Girl, Woman, Other explores what it means to a woman, and especially a woman of color, in Britain. Each chapter focuses on a different woman, grouped into sections of three women directly related to one another, either by blood or by other social relationships. As the book progresses, this network of relationships becomes more intertwined and complex, speaking to the interrelatedness of the human experience.

Evaristo's prose treads the line between traditional prose and poetry. She uses poetic phrasing, for example, to emphasize moments of extreme emotion while the prose is saved to further the story. The style may be hard for some readers to get used to––in addition to the lack of quotation marks and much punctuation––however I found it unique and enjoyable. This book would be beautiful read aloud.

There were some characters with whom I connected more than others. But I enjoyed the variety of experiences that are presented. Evaristo acknowledges that there are many different ways to be a woman. The characters grapple with sexism, racism, transphobia, and homophobia and all find ways to be strong in the face of these prejudices. I enjoyed seeing the journey that each character experienced within the confines of her chapter, as well as the ones that continued in future chapters.

I struggled a little with the last section, which is structured differently from the rest of the book. But the epilogue saved the story for me. Overall, a powerful read that I recommend to everyone

TW: Rape; domestic violence; racism; homo/transphobia; child abuse/pedophilia; miscarriage