Such a Fun Age

A striking and surprising debut novel from an exhilarating new voice, Such a Fun Age is a big-hearted story about race and privilege, set around a young black babysitter, her well-intentioned employer, and a surprising connection that threatens to undo them both.

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368 pages

Average rating: 6.93

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Fantasyfangirl
Apr 13, 2024
8/10 stars
A modern story of racism and classism. I enjoyed this read but kept expecting more. I felt like there was a lot of potential and then the ending fell flat.
Anonymous
Mar 31, 2024
8/10 stars
It's so interesting to see different perspectives through the reviews. Honestly, as a black woman, I think all the reviews and comments from non-black people are strikingly obviously non-black. The various interpretations mirror the multitudes of perspectives within this very book.

I do agree that the ending seemed rushed but let's not forget that Alix became so obsessed with Emira that she allowed herself to feel entitled to her. She seemed to ...read more
readlikeapriss
Jan 28, 2024
8/10 stars
I connected so deeply with this book! I loved that the book addressed interracial relationships, along with the anxiety millennials have
iz.ra
Jan 27, 2024
9/10 stars
Similar manner of the plot unfolding to Little Fires Everywhere, Such a Fun Age developed the story in such a way that felt natural, well- timed, and contemporary -- I felt it could've been entirely based off a true story. There were some writing nuances that made me have to re-read sentences or paragraphs, which took me out of the pace of the book, but otherwise a must read for everyone.
Anonymous
Jan 09, 2024
8/10 stars
I liked the main character of this book a lot, and her simple self assurance in her path and relationships - despite every white person thinking they knew better for her.

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