With Love, Miss Americanah by Jane Igharo
This semi-autobiographical YA story follows a Nigerian teen and her family as they emigrate to the U.S. after the unexpected death of her father. Enore is a planner, and preps herself for American high school by watching classic teen movies. I loved all the references to some of my favorite films! I enjoyed tagging along on Enore’s journey, as she learns that the kids at her school are more than just their movie stereotypes, finds endearing first love, and learns to use her voice and stand up for the things she wants. There were a couple of cringy moments, but overall this is a heartfelt story, told with an authentic and relatable voice!
With Love, Miss Americanah by Jane Igharo, (List Price: $20.99, Feiwel & Friends, 9781250873378, June 2024)
Reviewed by Emma Tara, E. Shaver Bookseller in Savannah, Georgia
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