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Say Her Name by Ryan Carter, Dreda Say Mitchell
4.0

I though Say Her Name was well written. The first person POV from the child and adult perspective was well done. This book covers several themes: identity discovery, trauma, abuse and abuse in the foster care system, racism, deception, unethical medical practices, parental selection, crime. The list goes on and on. She is very adept in incorporating many themes into her stories for maximal effect. Author did a great job of capturing very serious subject matters regarding missing females of color and the systemic racism that exists in the neglect to look for them. I have never seem this topic discussed in a book before. Although this story is set in London, the subject is still relevant in my home country of USA. The description of Eva's adoptive dad is beautiful and you can tangibly feel the love and respect she has for him. It is one to be admired. I enjoyed reading this book. Due to that, I found and read other books by here. She is very talented.