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Jessica George

Maame

Jessica GeorgeFiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2023

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Jessica George

Maame

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2023
Book Details
Pages

320

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

London • 2010s

Publication Year

2023

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Maame by Jessica George follows twenty-five-year-old Maddie as she navigates career struggles, family drama, and her multicultural identity while caring for her father with Parkinson’s disease. Living in London, she grapples with her responsibilities, mental health, and romantic endeavors, ultimately striving to liberate her true self and find independence. The novel discusses mental health issues such as depression, panic attacks, and the effects of racism.

Emotional

Contemplative

Heartwarming

Inspirational

Bittersweet

Reviews & Readership

4.2

111,705 ratings

79%

Loved it

18%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Maame by Jessica George receives widespread praise for its heartfelt storytelling and relatable protagonist. Reviewers commend George's ability to blend humor and emotional depth, creating a deeply engaging narrative. Some critique the pacing as uneven, but overall, the novel is celebrated for its vivid character development and resonance with readers on themes of identity and self-discovery.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Maame?

Readers who enjoyed Queenie by Candice Carty-Williams or Such a Fun Age by Kiley Reid will find Maame by Jessica George compelling. It's perfect for those captivated by contemporary novels exploring identity, familial duty, and the immigrant experience through a young, Black, female protagonist's lens.

4.2

111,705 ratings

79%

Loved it

18%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

320

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

London • 2010s

Publication Year

2023

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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