A review by tatiana_luz
The Memory Librarian: And Other Stories of Dirty Computer by Janelle Monáe

challenging hopeful 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? It's complicated

5.0

I wish I didn't wait to read it. I ended up speeding through much of it in order to not return it to library late. I genuinely loved the book and think I may end up buying a copy. The stories were each co-written with a different author, but the entire collection still felt very cohesive. The world building was done in such a way that I didn't need to watch Dirty Computer before reading, which was nice.

It felt liberating to read characters who were unapologetically Black and queer even in a world that is so unforgiving as New Dawn. Neer was my favorite character, and "Nevermind" was a unique story that questioned what womanhood even means. "Timebox Altar(ed)" was so wonderfully hopeful and it was a great way to end the book. It even made me cry a little. Dare I say that I want this as a mini-series?
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