I’m white, so I realize that I am not the target audience, for once. However, I still really admire Akwaeke’s work and beautiful words, even if it’s from a distance, and I think it’s definitely unique that they are able to share these sensations and perceptions of self with the rest of us with such evocative words and writing.  Despite my race and (relative) lack of spirituality and connection to these senses, I still find something very deeply touching and understanding in their storytelling. All this to say, I felt very lucky to be able to have read this.