A review by serendipitysbooks
Creatures of Passage by Morowa Yejidé

challenging dark emotional medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

 Creatures of Passage is a reread which managed to blow me away again. Despite being longlisted for the Women’s Prize this seems to have flown under the radar which is a shame because it is the most memorable book I’ve read this year. It’s richly atmospheric and there is plenty of tension and foreshadowing, a real sense of foreboding. It’s the work of a fabulous storyteller adept at using language which is both gorgeous and powerful. The final section…. phew. Heavy but highly recommended. 
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