A review by violetturtledove
Every Drop Is a Man's Nightmare by Megan Kamalei Kakimoto

dark emotional funny reflective 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? It's complicated

5.0

I often find it difficult to rate story collections because the quality can vary, or I may just not connect with some stories as much as others, but I feel like every one of these stories is going to stick with me. They are moving, disturbing, relatable and insightful, taking themes like womanhood, motherhood, identity, indigenous culture and self image, and giving them all a darker twist. Everyday experiences, some familiar to me, some not, are described in a way I've not seen done before, with small details that make you think 'yes that's exactly how it is', while at the same time hinting at otherworldliness.