A review by sarahxify
Freshwater by Akwaeke Emezi

challenging dark emotional reflective slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

5.0

I absolutely loved this experimental novel from Akwaeke Emezi. It follows Ada, who is trying to cope with the aftermath of experience serious trauma and who is struggling to reconcile the beliefs and assumptions of her university colleagues with those of her family. A sensitive and brilliant examination of mental health and diagnosis. 

I also discussed this novel in episode 55 of the Bookcast Club podcast. https://www.thebookcastclub.com/podcast/episode/4c3f375e/55-upcoming-book-to-movie-adaptations