Absolutely loved this. THIS is what I want in contemporary fiction. Great ending. I will read whatever else by Asali Solomon that I can find.
Here's the thing with this book: it lacks focus. It's an easy read and mildly enjoyable, the characters have potential. Parts of the story are certainly interesting and could stand on their own if given the time. But in this coming-of-age story, events are too quickly swept away and forgotten; a new...