A review by sarahkate22
Black Cake by Charmaine Wilkerson

adventurous emotional inspiring medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes

5.0

On its face, Black Cake is a multigenerational family drama about two siblings learning for the first time of their mother’s history. However, it’s much more than that, exploring rich Caribbean tradition, complex relationships, survival, friendship, food, and the sea. Without giving too much away, this book really hit its stride around the 25% mark and I was hooked from then on. However, the beginning was a bit complex and slow for me. By the end of this book, I felt compelled to explore my own family history and record my traditions. And of course, I want to try the titular Black Cake. I absolutely loved these characters and this story will stick with me for a long time. 
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