A review by kyahs
The Gilded Ones by Namina Forna

adventurous challenging dark emotional hopeful inspiring mysterious reflective sad tense slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.75

A book that centres black feminism and challenges racism, the patriarchy and imperialism. I loved the messages of sisterhood, strength, connection with others, the body and the land, and the idea that male feminists do exist. 

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