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A review by hannahwinston
Black Cake by Charmaine Wilkerson
adventurous
dark
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
4.5
Incredible storytelling and structure with beautiful, moving storylines and chapters that switch between characters as well as “then” and “now.” Something that many authors cannot pull off, but when done right, like this book, it sings.
Really a masterclass in how to weave stories in and out of each other so they all stitch together as a piece of art in the end.
My only complaint is the last few chapters seemed to rush compared to the rest of the story…but the story ending was just as touching and beautiful as the rest.
A lot of emotions throughout…especially wanting to call your mom after.
Really a masterclass in how to weave stories in and out of each other so they all stitch together as a piece of art in the end.
My only complaint is the last few chapters seemed to rush compared to the rest of the story…but the story ending was just as touching and beautiful as the rest.
A lot of emotions throughout…especially wanting to call your mom after.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Violence, Grief, and Death of parent
Moderate: Rape and Suicide attempt