A review by micareads123
Butter Honey Pig Bread by francesca ekwuyasi

emotional 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? Yes

4.0

A gorgeous and compelling family saga about a Nigerian mother, Kimbirinachi, her twin daughters, Taiye and Kehinde, and the trauma that haunts them. Love, culture and food are at the forefront of this beautiful story. 

I loved the complex and nuanced relationships in this book, beyond just those of the three main characters. 

I did at times feel the story lingered too long on certain plot lines that felt more or less irrelevant to the overall story, but I really enjoyed this read. The ending left me asking some questions, though, and I wish we had more clarification on Kimbirinachi’s story. I thought her perspective was the most interesting of all and wished there was more of it, more explanation of the ogbanje.