Black Girl Unlimited by Echo Brown
Published by Henry Holt & Company on January 14, 2020
ISBN: 1250309859
Pages: 304
Genres: Fantasy, Realistic Fiction
Format: Chapter Book Fiction
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An unflinching look at the life of a young black girl who just also happens to be a wizard. This book deals with a lot of tough subjects including, abuse, drug use, poverty, sexual violence, and mental health issues. The book mixes these real-life problems with magical realism which helps it remain a dark and gritty story instead of a fantastical story. Throughout the book Echo, the main character travels between different magical worlds and her East Side Ohio town to her West Side School. During these journeys, she’s helped by a different wizard, all of whom are women. These women teach Echo how to survive in a world that treats black girls as less than. I would recommend this book for ages 13-18.

Reviewed by Sophie Gagnon, Skidompha Public Library