A review by slenoch
Bitter by Akwaeke Emezi

dark hopeful tense fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes

5.0

I didn’t even know what this was about going into it and wow what a timely book…we all have a part to play in the revolution. 
Bitter is an artist. Aloe is a healer. Hibiscus is a fighter. During unrest and protest, all Bitter wants is for there to be no more monsters and maybe a teensy bit of retaliation. But not as much as some of the Assata members might...

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