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A review by hardkaapi
Such a Fun Age by Kiley Reid
informative
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.75
Such a fun age is a book that is hard to classify into a single category. The story revolves around Alix Chamberlain, a popular feminist blogger and her babysitter, Emira Tucker. One night, Emira, who is African-American, gets into an argument with a supermarket guard as she is suspected of kidnapping the child she is with. The book is able to cover themes of race, performative wokeness, and especially privilege without foregoing its light-hearted narration.
As their lives continue to intersect, chaos ensues, most of which is on the dramatic side but it hooks you in. The characters are well formed, making the reader an active part in the story. The reading experience is exactly like watching a romcom but with an actual point. It was a welcome change from the heavy, sad books I usually read. The writing is good, but not great, solely because I personally do not like the use of words like "Soooooo" and "Ummmm" to reinforce the youthfulness in characters. Overall though, a wonderful quick and witty read to keep you engaged!
As their lives continue to intersect, chaos ensues, most of which is on the dramatic side but it hooks you in. The characters are well formed, making the reader an active part in the story. The reading experience is exactly like watching a romcom but with an actual point. It was a welcome change from the heavy, sad books I usually read. The writing is good, but not great, solely because I personally do not like the use of words like "Soooooo" and "Ummmm" to reinforce the youthfulness in characters. Overall though, a wonderful quick and witty read to keep you engaged!