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3.82 AVERAGE
3.82 AVERAGE
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
reflective
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
adventurous
dark
mysterious
medium-paced
challenging
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
This is a lyrical, beautiful debut novel. I was captivated by its music and moved by its story.
dark
mysterious
tense
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
3.75 stars & rounding up
This book was enjoyable as an audiobook. I thought the narration was fantastic. The plot felt slow-moving at times, so the audiobook helped with the pacing. There were parts of the characters' motivations and backgrounds that I would have loved to be more developed (e.g., a bit more background about Darwin and how his upbringing relates to grave work). My favorite part of the book was the dialogue between Yejide and Darwin. I felt that was written so well. I also appreciated getting a sense of place in this novel. The descriptions of Fidelis and Port Angeles really transported me there and I've never been to Trinidad and Tobago. Looking forward to more from the author
This book was enjoyable as an audiobook. I thought the narration was fantastic. The plot felt slow-moving at times, so the audiobook helped with the pacing. There were parts of the characters' motivations and backgrounds that I would have loved to be more developed (e.g., a bit more background about Darwin and how his upbringing relates to grave work). My favorite part of the book was the dialogue between Yejide and Darwin. I felt that was written so well. I also appreciated getting a sense of place in this novel. The descriptions of Fidelis and Port Angeles really transported me there and I've never been to Trinidad and Tobago. Looking forward to more from the author
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Violence, Death of parent
dark
hopeful
inspiring
mysterious
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
i was not in the right headspace to finish this book
dark
emotional
reflective
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
N/A
Loveable characters:
N/A
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
challenging
mysterious
reflective
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
This book was a beautiful examination of people's relationship to the dead. Between the two main characters, I found Darwin the most interesting, as his conflict between his own religion, his gravedigger job, and his morals felt more real than Yejide's conflict with her mother. Still, both characters were interesting and I loved learning more about Trinidad and Rastafariansim.
emotional
hopeful
reflective
sad
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
dark
emotional
mysterious
reflective
medium-paced
An engrossing story that seamlessly combines elements of love and ghost stories against the backdrop of Trinidadian spirituality and folklore.
The novel intricately explores the intertwined destinies of Yejide St Bernard and Emmanuel Darwin, two individuals with vastly different pasts who unexpectedly meet at the Fidelis cemetery. As their connection deepens, the narrative delves into Yejide’s possession of supernatural powers and the challenges they must face together in forging a shared future.
Set in a richly depicted world, the book vividly captures the essence of Trinidadian culture and spirituality and offers a dramatic and satisfying work of fiction that will leave you captivated and yearning for more.
Themes: Relationships Love Family Identity Heritage Fate Free Will