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i read this with the kid i tutor and this made me so happy

tw: police brutality, racism, suicide attempt, drug use, mention of rape and violence

i don't know how i feel about this book. i audibly read this and loved the audiobook. it was narrated by the author and he did a phenomenal job bringing this novela to life. but i think i just don't vibe with novelas and short stories because i always end up wanting more. in this instance i wish there was more explanations with the powers ella had. there were also some times where i was so confused because we would go from point a to point g in a minute. it just left me confused yet wanting more. on the other hand, i loved how onyebuchi weaved in science fictional elements with historical instances of police brutality and the black experience in america. i do recommend everyone to give this book a try.

I'm in literal tears fam..

6/25/19- DNF, I might pick up later..

No one talk to me for a week.. I'm crying