A review by booksarebrainfood
Homegoing by Yaa Gyasi

5.0

This novel is extremely accomplished and gives a really in depth look at the trans generational effects of slavery and oppression in a way that was never seeking too much to shock or upset the reader. The story of the characters was heartbreaking and beautiful , the writing simple and detailed, and following the characters through the years gave us a really close connection to their lineage. I’m not sure how realistic it is which I think could be confusing since the book is seeking to lay out the truth and expose a timeline of oppression , maybe the serendipitous parts say something about the strength of family bonds and the impact of fate? The way that the ancestors guide those that follow them is really beautiful, and the last chapter really made me weep a little bit.