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challenging
dark
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
Damn, Uzodinma Iweala sure knows how to write sad stuff. As with <i>Beasts of No Nation</i>, it's hard for me to say that I "liked" the book or that I would recommend it because the content is so upsetting. I will say that it was beautifully written, though.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child abuse, Child death, Death, Domestic abuse, Gun violence, Homophobia, Racial slurs, Racism, Violence, Blood, Police brutality, and Toxic friendship
Moderate: Bullying, Cursing, Misogyny, Suicidal thoughts, Vomit, Grief, and Alcohol
Minor: Drug use, Rape, and War