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A review by literaryintersections
Maame by Jessica George
challenging
emotional
hopeful
sad
medium-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 book absolutely floored me. 14 days into January and this will by far be one of my favorite books of the year (this has happened to me the last few years with Black Cake, Fool of Death, and Black Buck). I have never read a book so steeped in grief, love, and joy. About finding yourself amidst massive loss and sadness. Please. Everyone. Read. This.
Favorite quotes:
“How do you know if you’re genuinely happy or if you’re just mostly all right, with sprinkles of laughter and occasional shit storms of sadness? Maybe I’ve only ever been all right.”
“Do you have people in your life who love you with the strength of many?”
Favorite quotes:
“How do you know if you’re genuinely happy or if you’re just mostly all right, with sprinkles of laughter and occasional shit storms of sadness? Maybe I’ve only ever been all right.”
“Do you have people in your life who love you with the strength of many?”