A review by bookedupandbusy
Jaded by Ela Lee

emotional sad fast-paced

4.0

Jade has become everything she ever wanted to be, a successful lawyer, dutiful daughter, beloved girlfriend and loyal friend. Until one night after a work event she suffers an unspeakable attack.

The story is of a very sensitive nature however, the author writes in a way that it’s not overwhelming, yet the importance of the story is held throughout. I loved that Ela Lee did not try to cram in too many themes and the focus of the book is purely based on consent, the support one seeks after an attack and belonging/identity. 

I personally have a child of dual heritage so I am all for books which explore children of mixed heritage parents. I loved learning about Korean and Turkish culture and it was impressive to see how Jade and her parents navigated both these cultures in their home. 

I also work in a law firm so the narratives on work life in the legal corporate world were super relatable and spot on!

I was very intrigued by Jade’s boyfriend, Kit. Without spoiling anything, his privileges and outlook on the world were interesting 🚩 as a secondary character, he was written very well and I felt more engrossed by his personality. Although the story made me frustrated with men.