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A review by brie333
Ace of Spades by Faridah Àbíké-Íyímídé
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.75
So damn close to a 5 star. A great problem for the author to have but I wish it was longer. I was so immersed in this book that the end felt rushed. I wanted more things fleshed out. It was a very personal and vulnerable story to read and it was awesome I just wanted more. More of Devon’s story specifically; his ending felt very abrupt.
It was a great read. That being said, check the cws, don’t let TikTok fool you. This gets deep.
It was a great read. That being said, check the cws, don’t let TikTok fool you. This gets deep.
Graphic: Bullying, Confinement, Emotional abuse, Panic attacks/disorders, Racism, Toxic relationship, Blood, Grief, Car accident, Outing, Gaslighting, Toxic friendship, and Classism
Moderate: Suicide attempt
Minor: Racial slurs, Forced institutionalization, and Police brutality