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Maame
Maame
Author: Jessica George
Maame (ma-meh) has many meanings in Twi but in my case, it means woman. — It’s fair to say that Maddie’s life in London is far from rewarding. With a mother who spends most of her time in Ghana (yet still somehow manages to be overbearing), Maddie is the primary caretaker for her father, who suffers from advanced stage Parkinso...  more »
ISBN-13: 9781250282521
ISBN-10: 1250282527
Publication Date: 2/7/2023
Pages: 320
Rating:
  • Currently 3.6/5 Stars.
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3.6 stars, based on 12 ratings
Publisher: St. Martin's Press
Book Type: Hardcover
Members Wishing: 24
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In so many ways, Maame by Jessica George is a coming of age story. The word âmaameâ in the Twi language means mother or woman. Maddie's journey of self-discovery is a slow read and tries cover a lot of issues â perhaps, a few too many issues for any one to be developed in full depth. An interesting premise, a relatable lesson, but ultimately a story that proves to be a challenge.

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Reviewed for NetGalley.


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