A review by warandpeace
Freshwater by Akwaeke Emezi

challenging dark emotional hopeful reflective fast-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? Yes

4.5

just wow. time to read every other book she’s ever written

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Car accident

Moderate: Domestic abuse, Drug use, Emotional abuse, Rape, Self harm, Sexual assault, Toxic relationship, and Suicide attempt