A review by chioma_a
Such a Fun Age by Kiley Reid

funny reflective tense fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.25

This book made me physically, viscerally cringe many many times as I was reading, which is honestly a testament to how effective Reid is at getting her point across. As a 20 something Black woman, Amira felt like me or like a friend who's regaling you with the stories of her fucked up day at work. And the relationship between Amira, Kelly, and Alix was spot on. Briar and Zara really sealed the deal for me because as side characters they were hilarious, fleshed out, and engaging all through the story. The way Reid presented issues of race and class never felt forced, which is no easy feat, and she handled the scenes of confrontation deftly. I definitely reccomend!