Blackass by A. Igoni Barrett

Blackass

A. Igoni Barrett

262 pages first pub 2015 (editions)

fiction contemporary magical realism challenging reflective slow-paced

Description

 'A devastating social parable brimming with humanity and heart...' Marlon James   White skin, green eyes, red hair...   Furo Wariboko - born and bred in Lagos - wakes up on the morning of his job interview to discover he has turned into a white m...

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Community Reviews Summary of 273 reviews

Moods

reflective 62%
adventurous 50%
funny 50%
challenging 37%
dark 12%
lighthearted 12%
mysterious 12%
tense 12%

Pace

medium 55%
slow 22%
fast 22%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 71% | A mix: 28%

Strong character development?

Yes: 62% | No: 25% | It's complicated: 12%

Loveable characters?

No: 50% | It's complicated: 37% | Yes: 12%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 50% | It's complicated: 25% | No: 25%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 100%

Average rating

3.25

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