A review by laguerrelewis
Allegedly by Tiffany D. Jackson

dark emotional hopeful reflective sad tense fast-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

4.25

It’s always fun to visit an author’s debut after finding their later work—you can see the seeds of what they gravitate towards, both in technical skill and seemingly personal interest. After devouring The Weight of Blood, I started Allegedly the very same day, and I was not disappointed. A moving story of identity, perseverance  hope, and mother's & daughters. Also: read the content warnings. Whew.

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Adult/minor relationship, Animal cruelty, Animal death, Body shaming, Bullying, Child abuse, Child death, Confinement, Cursing, Death, Domestic abuse, Emotional abuse, Infidelity, Mental illness, Racial slurs, Racism, Rape, Sexual assault, Sexual violence, Toxic relationship, Violence, Forced institutionalization, Blood, Police brutality, Medical content, Grief, Religious bigotry, Medical trauma, Murder, Pregnancy, Fire/Fire injury, Gaslighting, Toxic friendship, Abandonment, Sexual harassment, Injury/Injury detail, and Classism