GEARBREAKERS by Zoe Hana Mikuta is an action-packed YA sci-fi that’s told in dual perspectives and features giant diety-like robots that are controlled my cyborgs! Sona and Eris have very distinct voices, that both showcase Mikuta’s beautiful writing and description of emotions. I absolutely LOVED the opening scene, and this book definitely has it’s humorous moments woven into the heartbreak. 

Eris’ band of misfits is legit a comedy show (Nova’s my favorite ifyky) and Sona is a MF-ing badass, like wow. I went through a rollercoaster of emotions throughout this book, and I’m looking forward to reading the conclusion, GODSLAYERS.

GEARBREAKS features both Asian and queer representation, as well as themes of found family, revolution, and the definition of humanity.

I AM AYAH: THE WAY HOME by Donna Hill is a story of love, history, and forgiveness. I appreciated the reverence in which the idea of “blood memory” and trans-generational memory is captured while also calling into question the idea of “moving up in the world” as a Black person in society. In this novel, there’s a deep appreciation for Black women, Black sisterhood, and Black love, and this is shown in the way Alessandra has such a great support system.

With themes of self-discovery, returning home, fighting off the demons of our past, and a metaphorical rebirth of the soul, I found this novel to be a pleasant and engaging read. If you’re looking for a novel will a plot, mystery, and romance that draws you in and keeps you coming back while also exploring the effects of history and trans-generational memory, I highly recommend you check out I AM AYAH: THE WAY HOME by Donna Hill.