A review by katelynprice
Black Boy Joy by Kwame Mbalia

hopeful inspiring 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

I loved the range of stories in this collection. The fantasy/magical realism elements were some of my favorites. Months later, the story that stood out to me the most was of the boy who baked with his father and "friend" from school. There is so much heart and hope and beauty in these pages, and this would make a great chaser to a book with lots of trauma and heavy content. I'm so glad I read this!