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3.74 AVERAGE
3.74 AVERAGE
This book annoyed me so much it should’ve been called “in every mirror he’s white”. This author writes like she doesnt like Black woman and for that, I wanna fight her. So Kemi cheats on Tobias by kissing Ragnar, Jonny’s best friend; Brittany realizes she’s basically a stand in ghost for Jonny’s true love Maya Daniel’s and is stuck in their relationship; and Muna kills herself by jumping in front of a train cuz everyone in her life died and she pushed a guy to his death by accident????
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
slow-paced
hopeful
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
Started off slow, and didn’t really pick up til the end & the ending just didn’t satisfy me. It just felt unfinished. Especially with Brittany’s story
Three Black women are linked to a wealthy and influential white man in Stockholm. Kemi Adeyemi, a successful marketing executive, is hired by Johnny Van Lundin. Flight attendant Brittany-Rae Johnson meets Johnny on a flight and he pursues her even though she’s living with a longterm boyfriend. Muna is a refugee from Somalia who gets a job cleaning offices at Johnny’s company. They’re all navigating in this white world. They've all come to Stockholm from somewhere else and it's interesting to see how they adapt. Told from multiple perspectives, this novel addresses racism, classism, fetishism, tokenism.
challenging
emotional
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
challenging
emotional
reflective
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
challenging
emotional
inspiring
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:
Yes
This is an extraordinary, heart-wrenching, & captivating novel that I couldn’t put down. Lolá Ákínmádé Åkerström has crafted a powerful narrative that explores the intersections of race, identity, and belonging through the lives of three women. Each of their stories is deeply woven into the fabric of the book, offering profound insights into what it means to exist as a Black woman in predominantly white spaces.
The characters are beautifully layered and their individual journeys are rich with complexity, filled with raw emotion and nuance. What I loved most about this novel is how it doesn’t shy away from the hard truths of the immigrant experience and the ways in which systemic racism shapes their lives—yet it also celebrates their resilience, strength, and moments of joy. The author’s writing is evocative and thoughtful, effortlessly pulling you into the emotional landscapes of her characters.
This book is not just about race, but about self-discovery, empowerment, and the pursuit of freedom in all its forms. The depth of each woman’s inner world is mirrored in the broader societal context, making it a compelling read for anyone interested in exploring identity, belonging, and the complexities of the human experience.
Overall, *In Every Mirror She’s Black* is a must-read for anyone seeking a thoughtful, stirring, and beautifully written novel that will stay with you long after you turn the last page.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Domestic abuse, Suicide
Minor: Abortion
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No