A review by hardkaapi
Homegoing by Yaa Gyasi

challenging dark emotional informative inspiring 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? No

4.0

 A story of 2 sisters, both who end up leading wildly different lives. Homegoing is a heartbreaking yet realistic read about family and time. It showcases the value and power of heritage and how it affects your life, in ways unimaginable. This was a slow read for me, mainly because each chapter is a different person's perspective. This results in beautifully detailed chapters that give you the feeling of having read more than you actually have. Yaa Gyasi is masterful in bringing each character to life in such short chapters. She handles each story with such care, every line must be savoured. For those who love Marquez's works, this would be a great read.