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A review by carolined314
Ace of Spades by Faridah Àbíké-Íyímídé
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.0
Very hard, dark read, with fierce institutional racism. Also connection and community.
Graphic: Bullying, Toxic relationship, Toxic friendship, Racism, Physical abuse, Homophobia, and Gaslighting
Moderate: Murder, Classism, Racial slurs, Hate crime, and Car accident
Minor: Gun violence and Drug use