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A review by 2treads
The Last Warner Woman by Kei Miller
challenging
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.75
It is always a nostalgic pleasure reading Kei's books. His prose with its poetry and proverbs that are so inherently Jamaican bring his story to life.
#thelastwarnerwoman chronicles the birth, maturation, violation, and eventual restoration of Adamine Bustamante. I was drawn in by the vividness in which he renders this woman who followed the voice that called her to sing, dance, and set forth with warnings. Most Jamaicans are familiar with Revivalists and their practices, so Ada and her experiences will be recognizable.
The relationships formed and lost here feel real and the introduction of 'Once upon a time there was a leper colony in Jamaica' is not enough to prepare you for the emotional ride you will be taken on.
#thelastwarnerwoman chronicles the birth, maturation, violation, and eventual restoration of Adamine Bustamante. I was drawn in by the vividness in which he renders this woman who followed the voice that called her to sing, dance, and set forth with warnings. Most Jamaicans are familiar with Revivalists and their practices, so Ada and her experiences will be recognizable.
The relationships formed and lost here feel real and the introduction of 'Once upon a time there was a leper colony in Jamaica' is not enough to prepare you for the emotional ride you will be taken on.