Final Rating:
Date of Completion: 06/09/2024
Published by: Brilliance Audio
ISBN: B093THVZXM
‘Her Name Is Knight’ is an intense thriller that was both heartbreaking and heartwarming, although some aspects fell flat.
Similar read: Blood Scion by Deborah Falaye
Cover:
This stunning cover art and vibrant orange colour scheme are really eye-catching and fitting for the contemporary story. I only wish there had been some hints about the serious themes within the story.
Writing:
The story is brought to life through a simple, descriptive writing style that is made even more engaging by seamless transitions between timelines and some cliffhanger chapter endings. However, the cultural references and slang sometimes made me cringe, and the various settings (Miami, Ghana and France) seemed a bit generic.
Imagine Africa as the sole benefactor of all our unmined resources and minerals.
Storyline:
The story switches between Nena’s brutal childhood and her current struggles. Her childhood was intense and compelling, boldly tackling serious issues like human trafficking, rape, and domestic violence, which added depth to the story. On the other hand, her current life felt rushed and underdeveloped, but it was a nice balance to her childhood and led to an impressive climax.
Main character(s):
Not only did Nena make a great first impression as a skilled assassin with a soft spot for the vulnerable, but her incredible strength, resilience, and growth made me deeply invested in her character. Her intense backstory also added depth to her character and shed light on her current actions and motives.
Secondary characters:
A good range of secondary characters with distinct roles and personalities support the storyline. I especially loved Nina’s relationships with Irene and Georgia, as these added some much-needed warmth to the narrative.
There is only your before and your after.
Romance:
Despite being told about the instant, unexplainable, and special connection between the characters, this was not well shown or developed. The only cute moments between them were when Georgia was involved, making their connection feel painfully forced.
Narration & Audio:
Tamika Katon-Donegal did a great job narrating this audiobook, as she used accents and character voices to enhance the listening experience. My only nitpick is that her emotional range seemed fairly limited.
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