A review by shannanh
Big Girl by Mecca Jamilah Sullivan

5.0

Wow.  This was another amazing read that took me a bit of time to adequately find the right words to say.  Part of Malaya's story was mine growing up as well, being extremely overweight as a child and teen.  And being only a few years older than her during the time period of the story, a well of emotions swallowed me through out the story.  Many times I had to fight back tears as  certain memories flooded my mind.  This was such an emotional and powerful read and beautifully written.  It also took me back to a time in music that changed my life.  I always wondered what it would be like to grow up in Harlem during this time period, and now I have an inkling.  This is a story I will soon not forget and I will surely be looking forward to reading future works by this author.