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A review by thebookworm_queen
Bitter by Akwaeke Emezi
challenging
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
This is such a smart book I love the layers within the story where there is an underlying message to everything on the surface. I think I could read this again and find something new to appreciate
Filled with so many inspirational and comforting lines; I cried! Almost better than PET the first book that introduced us to Lucille, almost 😉
Filled with so many inspirational and comforting lines; I cried! Almost better than PET the first book that introduced us to Lucille, almost 😉
Moderate: Child abuse, Panic attacks/disorders, Violence, and Police brutality
Minor: Homophobia and Self harm