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A review by christinam
The Girl with the Hazel Eyes by Callie Browning
hopeful
mysterious
reflective
medium-paced
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
The Girl With The Hazel Eyes is a historical fiction novel using the country's journey towards independence, as a backdrop for discussing racism, poverty, colonialism, mental health, and patriarchy.
Browning's writing flows beautifully and evokes vivid imagery. Her descriptions of life during the 1950s and 60s in Barbados reminded me of anecdotes from my own family. So much so that many times while reading, I put the book down to call my mom or auntie to learn more about their experiences.
This book allowed me to connect with and think about my Bajan heritage in a way I hadn't before. For that, I'm truly grateful.
Browning's writing flows beautifully and evokes vivid imagery. Her descriptions of life during the 1950s and 60s in Barbados reminded me of anecdotes from my own family. So much so that many times while reading, I put the book down to call my mom or auntie to learn more about their experiences.
This book allowed me to connect with and think about my Bajan heritage in a way I hadn't before. For that, I'm truly grateful.