A review by talyasoytas
The Death of Vivek Oji by Akwaeke Emezi

emotional 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? No

4.0

An incredible, sad, and beautiful story of Vivek Oji, a child who was born to a world too cruel. The non-linear storytelling and the different perspectives that built out Vivek as a character really brought this rather contained but still impactful story to life. Family and friends trying to understand the person who died, questions asked a little too late, and a soft exploration of different gender identities and sexuality. I did think one of the key characters could’ve been built out more to bolster the emotional impact, but overal, this was a great read.