A review by sarahholliday
Black Sunday by Tola Rotimi Abraham

challenging dark emotional reflective sad tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.0

The writing is clear & sharp, with each character's voice and personality shining through. The cultural observations are incisive, and the blend of styles really serve to convey the myriad experiences of Lagos each sibling carries.

I don't think the structure, though innovative, works for the good of the story. Each chapter becomes a vignette, without much of a unifying force to bring them together. 

Not my favorite book, but one I'm glad to have read.
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