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michaelion's review
challenging
informative
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
1.5
Ugh. What a drag. I think I hate classics.
I appreciate that of all three books, Ezeulu was less of a coward than Obi and Okonkwo. That was at least tolerable.
I appreciate that of all three books, Ezeulu was less of a coward than Obi and Okonkwo. That was at least tolerable.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Misogyny, Racism, Religious bigotry, and Colonisation
Moderate: Addiction, Alcoholism, Domestic abuse, Drug use, Miscarriage, Toxic relationship, Violence, Grief, Murder, and Alcohol
Minor: Genocide, Gun violence, Homophobia, and War
I tag homophobia because the f word was used at least three times in place of the word "maggots". Not sure what that's about. Also I consider religious assimilation as a form of cultural genocide.