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A review by katiemack
Dele Weds Destiny by Tomi Obaro
emotional
inspiring
reflective
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
4.0
I received an eARC of this book from NetGalley and the publisher in exchange for an honest review.
This is a slow-burn drama that spans multiple decades and focuses on three strong female characters--it's a recipe for a strong debut, and Obaro delivers. She explores Funmi, Enitan, and Zainab's history and personalities in a tender and thorough way; I felt like I really got to know them and that she cared about her characters while writing this. Admittedly, the section of the book that focuses on their youth is more compelling than the present-day events, but the whole thing is strong. There are parts of the story that end abruptly (especially the, well, actual end of the book) or could have used more depth, but not everything can be wrapped up neatly.
This is a slow-burn drama that spans multiple decades and focuses on three strong female characters--it's a recipe for a strong debut, and Obaro delivers. She explores Funmi, Enitan, and Zainab's history and personalities in a tender and thorough way; I felt like I really got to know them and that she cared about her characters while writing this. Admittedly, the section of the book that focuses on their youth is more compelling than the present-day events, but the whole thing is strong. There are parts of the story that end abruptly (especially the, well, actual end of the book) or could have used more depth, but not everything can be wrapped up neatly.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Death and Police brutality