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A review by soph_ward
Freshwater by Akwaeke Emezi
challenging
dark
emotional
sad
fast-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
5.0
Beautifully written. A challenging but incredibly valuable read. The exploration of oneself, culture, mental health and gender and sexual identity throughout the novel was done in a way I’ve never seen it done before. Definitely a must read and another incredible work from this author, I would just recommend checking trigger warnings before reading.
Graphic: Child abuse, Drug abuse, Emotional abuse, Physical abuse, Self harm, Sexual assault, Abandonment, and Sexual harassment