A review by itmustbemiriam
An Act of Defiance by Irene Sabatini

challenging dark tense medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.5

I found this book for a Read The World challenge to cover a Zimbabwe prompt and I am so glad I did. I definitely never would have picked it up otherwise. It has heavy themes and lots of triggers, but its ultimately a story of resilience and in loving yourself enough to do right by yourself.