A review by meganeorcx
The Death of Vivek Oji by Akwaeke Emezi

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

4.0

My connection to this book came in waves, often disturbed by the large number of perspectives. That ending, however, entirely broke me. I cried. The Death of Vivek Oji is such an intimate and raw exploration of sexuality, gender and relationships, both romantic and familial, and I am left utterly speechless. 
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