A review by balladofreadingqueer
A Spell of Good Things by Ayọ̀bámi Adébáyọ̀

emotional tense slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.5

I liked this book a lot. It follows Eniola and Wurola- one poor boy whose family struggles after his dad loses his job, and one young doctor from a wealthy well-respected family. It reads like a slice of life-both covering family and education but one with more struggle. Both people have their own struggles with violent men and how it negatively impacts their lives and their family.
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