A review by akinyiakinyi
Drunk by Jackson Biko

dark emotional reflective sad tense fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.0

This is the second Biko book I've read, and I'm utterly disappointed. The lack of effort in the sentence and paragraph structure is evident. I won't even delve into his problematic portrayal of women.
However, the novel does succeed in highlighting the devastating impact of alcoholism on loved ones. It poignantly captures the painful process of watching someone slip away.
Ultimately, this isn't a book I'd recommend.