I started this literary fiction last month and it didn't stick (hello mood reader) but im so glad i picked it up again. It was both saddening and heartbreaking, yet it contained elements of humor that provided elements of relief from the heavy emotions. The combination of heartbreak and humor created a well-balanced reading experience 

Maame (ma-meh) in Twi has many meanings, in Madeline's case it means "woman" but it also means 

"the responsible one". This name fits Madeline because she's been caring for her sick dad since she was 12 vrs old but you could say the name was predictive of her future. 

When her mom finally returns from Ghana Madeline gets the chance to move out and start living a life of "firsts". It doesn't take long for tradegy to strike and for Madeline to spiral into feelings of guilt and depression. Please please research trigger warnings this book deals with HEAVY stuff. 

If you're a fan of literary fiction, you'll likely really enjoy this book! 

Thank you @stmartinspress and @netgalley for my gifted copy! 

Maame by Jessica George will be published on Jan 31st and i highly recommend you read it!