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A review by tdotrenae
My Sugar in Sugar Land by Dee Osah
inspiring
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
I was not sure what to expect with this story but was surprised at how much I enjoyed it! This book follows Tonye and IB who are such fun characters to spend time with. Tonye is attempting to outrun his past; while IB is trying to embrace a future of her own creation while competing with what her parents want from her. I really liked that this book was Christian based, but without all the cliches that often accompany Christian romances.
There was an amazing plot twist that I would never have expected from miles away. I also loved the nuggets of wisdom dropped throughout the book about forgiveness, running away from problems, the trap of avoidance, and how our relationships with our families shape our being as adults.
The only two critiques I have are that the pacing was a little inconsistent. At first I felt like the book was dragging, but then around half way it sped up! I also wish that Tonye and IB were at similar places with their Christianity. Or at least Tonye getting closer to where IB was with her relationship with God. I also wish we could’ve had more insights into IB’s Christianity in her chapters.
Overall, was pleasantly surprised about this book and would def read the next in the series! It had drama, Jesus, Nigerian culture, tension, and sweet romance 🥰 thank you so much to NetGalley and publisher for this e-ARC!
There was an amazing plot twist that I would never have expected from miles away. I also loved the nuggets of wisdom dropped throughout the book about forgiveness, running away from problems, the trap of avoidance, and how our relationships with our families shape our being as adults.
The only two critiques I have are that the pacing was a little inconsistent. At first I felt like the book was dragging, but then around half way it sped up! I also wish that Tonye and IB were at similar places with their Christianity. Or at least Tonye getting closer to where IB was with her relationship with God. I also wish we could’ve had more insights into IB’s Christianity in her chapters.
Overall, was pleasantly surprised about this book and would def read the next in the series! It had drama, Jesus, Nigerian culture, tension, and sweet romance 🥰 thank you so much to NetGalley and publisher for this e-ARC!