A review by leahrosereads
It's Elementary by Elise Bryant

mysterious 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

This was exactly the book I was wanting to read! It was a cozier mystery with a lot of lighter elements interspersed with social commentary around diversity, equity, and inclusion, white folks centering themselves, microaggressions, and free forced labor and education by Black and Brown folks.

There's been quite a few folks in the bookish community who like to say reading isn't political, but this story showcases exactly how all books are inherently political - past, present, and future.