The Death of Vivek Oji

Similar to [b:Freshwater 35412372 Freshwater Akwaeke Emezi https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1500884500l/35412372.SY75.jpg 56785192], this novel is a wild and hypnotic swirl of sexuality, gender, reincarnation, and cultural identity. More plot-driven than it's predecessor, it unspurls the tale that led to the death of beautiful and troubled Vivek. Son of a Nigerian father and Indian mother, Vivek is passionate and unashamedly different. I found some of the plot points were teased out and kept a secret unnecessarily long (Vivek liking to crossdress, in those photos). And after all the buildup towards his death, I found the actual cause a bit of a letdown.