A review by emelynreads
Bitter by Akwaeke Emezi

dark mysterious medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.5

I appreciate the exploration of justice and activism more so in Bitter than in Pet. I think I felt disconnected from this prequel because we are pretty immediately dropped into a new story that is too fast paced in the beginning. I also didn't think Bitter and Aloe's romance was necessary. 
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