I was first intrigued by this book based on the comps (gossip girl x get out) and the fact that it involved queer protagonists. From the very beginning, Ace of Spades drags you in to this dark academia thriller and refuses to let you go. With the turn of each page, I tried to figure out who was Aces and how they were operating. This story beautifully entwines what it is like to feel like an outsider looking in. Both Chiamaka and Devon are complex characters that I fell in love with and rooted for. Having the story told from both their POVs was a great way to delve into their mindset and find out more about their background. There was never a dull moment in this book and I kept finding myself taking a break so that I could admire the cover illustration (and so that I didn’t devour this book too quickly, I wanted to take my time with it!).
Faridah does a wonderful job weaving in homophobia, anti-black racism, social economic status, and what dark academia should always include: the take of microaggressions and systematic oppression.
In summary, add this book to your shelves immediately!!
Faridah does a wonderful job weaving in homophobia, anti-black racism, social economic status, and what dark academia should always include: the take of microaggressions and systematic oppression.
In summary, add this book to your shelves immediately!!