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Freshwater by Akwaeke Emezi
5.0
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

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