jemiliadavis 's review for:

Dear Haiti, Love Alaine by Maritza Moulite, Maika Moulite

5.0

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I’m quickly beginning to see a pattern in the books I thoroughly enjoy - a black woman lead who has layered character, some historical context, a family focus, and a sprinkle (or more) of some amore. This did it for me. Alaine was snarky and hilarious while deeply committed to her family in ways that even surprised her. I loved connecting to the narrative of a first-gen American with family based in the Caribbean. The story was so complex in ways that kept you swimming through pages and also prompting me to pause and reflect. I especially loved how the authors (are sisters which blew my mind but I digress — but really another win for me because I love sister love) told the story through Alaine’s letters and journals. The way they intertwined history as part of Alaine’s family heritage was done especially well. Can’t wait to read more from this fearless writing team.