

The second book surprised me with its slower, more grounded pace compared to the whirlwind of the first. Tabby felt more fleshed out, showing quiet growth and complexity. I want her to be more assertive, but that‘s part of her journey. What struck me most is how Allen reminds us that Black women — even in fiction — are allowed to evolve, hesitate, and change their minds.
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