FICTION

Love in Color

by Bolu Babalola
HarperAudio. Apr. 2021. 8:37 hrs. ISBN 9781664791503. $34.99. F
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Spanning centuries, mythologies, and points of view, the short stories in Babalola’s debut collection offer romances full of brimming emotions, and thoughtful perspectives that de-Westernize familiar tropes. Mythology and fairytales from Greece, West Africa, and the Middle East are explored in both magical and realistic settings. A standout is “Siwa,” an ideal short romance story full of lush, swooping feelings and enough happily-for-now momentum that listeners will be dreaming of these warriors for many days. Ajjaz Awad, Nneka Okoye, Olukemi Babalola, and the author bring Babalola’s poetic prose to life, making for a delightful listen.
VERDICT A must have for library audiobook collections.
Reviewed by Elizabeth Gabriel, Milwaukee P.L , Aug 01, 2021
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