Speak No Evil
Speak No Evil
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2018
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Washington, D.C. • 2010s
•
LGBTQ+2018
YA
18+ years
960L
Super Short Summary
In Speak No Evil, Uzodinma Iweala explores the life of an African Nigerian-American high school student, Niru, who grapples with his sexual orientation. His journey of self-discovery and acceptance is complicated by cultural expectations and familial pressures, highlighting the challenges faced by marginalized individuals in contemporary society.
Melancholic
Emotional
Unnerving
Contemplative
Challenging
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Uzodinma Iweala's Speak No Evil offers a poignant narrative capturing the clash between cultural expectations and personal identity. Praised for its lyrical prose and emotional depth, the novel explores complex themes of race, family, and sexuality. Some critics note that the pacing can be uneven, but overall, it presents a compelling and thought-provoking read.
Who Should Read Speak No Evil?
A reader who appreciates Speak No Evil by Uzodinma Iweala likely enjoys poignant, character-driven narratives exploring identity, race, and sexuality. Fans of The Hate U Give by Angie Thomas or Call Me by Your Name by André Aciman would find its themes compelling.
10,006 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
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Novel • Fiction
Washington, D.C. • 2010s
•
LGBTQ+2018
YA
18+ years
960L
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