A review by okiecozyreader
The House of Eve by Sadeqa Johnson

challenging dark medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes

4.5

I can see why so many people have loved House of Eve. I really loved the writing in the first part of the book especially. The second half was more difficult context, but I thought it was a moving story of love and loss, family and marriage. 

Enjoyed discussing this one with #bookfriendsbookclub

“…that we even had to fight for what should have been free: our dignity.” Ch 11

“The way to a healthy marriage is to hold on to those pieces that make you you.” Ch 18

“Working on the library’s collection connected Eleanor to the ways of her mother.” Ch 20
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