A review by catalyst226
When We Were Birds by Ayanna Lloyd Banwo

dark emotional reflective slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

5.0

This author has a such a deft touch for atmosphere with her writing. The book was fairly slow-paced and really set up for the intensity at the end of the plot. I really loved the discussions of grief, family, love, and duty. It is set in Trinidad & Tobago, and written with the accent. I highly recommend the audiobook for the talented narration by both voices.
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