A review by questionablereads
Bitter by Akwaeke Emezi

challenging dark emotional reflective sad tense slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

3.0

My fear and hesitancy with reading Bitter was unfortunately my reality. This book removed the wonder that I originally had from Pet. This is not to say that I did not find relevancy in Bitter. Emezi’s writing is beautiful and poignant, and Bitter’s struggle to want better for the world, but not knowing how to do so is so relatable with modern times. While the beginning of the book started strong, the middle and end felt lackluster, and I struggled to get through it.