jrgallant 's review for:

In Every Mirror She's Black by Lọlá Ákínmádé Åkerström

3.5

challenging dark emotional reflective sad tense medium-paced

Plot or Character Driven: A mix

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: Complicated

Diverse cast of characters: Yes

Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

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This book took me by surprise. I kept waiting to see how the characters were connected and examine that main thread. We learned about the inner workings of all 3 women and Brittany was probably my least favorite. I understood conceptually what she saw but didn't understand how she thought she'd be protected. I think I pitied her character the most. Kemi's tug spilled over into economic status with race felt woven through its fabric. I was probably the most pleased with her plot line and character development. 
I appreciated Jonni's complexity and how someone like him might move if unchecked. 
Luna's character and the journey she went through is probably responsible for my overall feeling about this piece. All in all, something feels unresolved and it goes deeper than just the way the novel ended. I think that's what makes it all the more realistic and thought provoking.