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A review by bridge_overbooked
Maame by Jessica George
emotional
sad
slow-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
4.0
I really enjoyed this one! If you're in your 20's, got fired, or have lost a parent, I think you'd definitely enjoy this one. Maddy gives oldest daughter vibes (even though she’s not) and ultimately learns how to work through trauma.
In "Maame," Maddie navigates the complexities of her life in London, from shouldering familial responsibilities to seeking fulfillment in her career and love life. Torn between two cultures and homes, Maddie grapples with identity, love, and the challenges of being a late bloomer in her twenties. Through humor, poignancy, and relatable experiences, the novel explores themes of family dynamics, racism, female pleasure, and the quest for belonging and self-discovery.
In "Maame," Maddie navigates the complexities of her life in London, from shouldering familial responsibilities to seeking fulfillment in her career and love life. Torn between two cultures and homes, Maddie grapples with identity, love, and the challenges of being a late bloomer in her twenties. Through humor, poignancy, and relatable experiences, the novel explores themes of family dynamics, racism, female pleasure, and the quest for belonging and self-discovery.