A review by nibs
Freshwater by Akwaeke Emezi

challenging dark emotional informative 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

4.5

FInally got to reading this after reading the rest of Emezi's work. I had to order it in, but particularly with Dear Senthuran coming out this year, wanted to read it asap. The biggest thing going in is that this book is only fiction because white publishers would not accept it otherwise.

The most emotional, gut-wrenching and intimate part of this book is its reality. It is based in truth - how much crossover there is between Ada and the author is known, but is likely to be revealed in Dear Senthuran. I am eager for that book in how it will mirror this one. 

Ultimately what I am most appreciative of is the conclusion. That there is understanding and peace and hope and a future; because in earlier parts of the book, similar to Asughara, I thought it could only end one way.
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