A review by hkingcrab
PET by Akwaeke Emezi

adventurous dark reflective sad fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.5

I don't know how to start.
This book was my first book with a main character who signed. The book was set in an ideal world where signing is normalized, as well as genderless names and different formats for dialogue. Very refreshing but also work to get used to. The writing is very mystical and atmospheric, which I love. 
I'm a character driven reader, so having a mostly plot-driven book left me feeling a little less satisfied. The plot was also quite fast-paced that it felt that the characters didn't have enough time to process everything happening (and a lot happens, let me tell you). 
Overall, I would recommend this to anyone who would like a reflective but short book to contemplate society through a kid's eyes. 
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