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It Come in Waves by Rukky Brume Review
A tender and culturally rich exploration of grief that captures the quiet, persistent shadow of loss—and the heavy weight of family secrets. It Comes in Waves follows Oneme Odafe, a…
I’m Nayomi Pennant
Sucker for a multi-gen saga, Global story-hopper and five-star rating gatekeeper
Welcome to Written in Colour. I created this space for readers who want to move past the blurb and get into the heart of a story. Based in South East London, I’m dedicated to centering global voices and holding space for the kind of honest, unfiltered dialogue that books deserve.
Whether I’m reviewing a heavy-hitting debut or hosting our local book club, I’m looking for the layers—the culture, the controversy, and the craft. This isn’t just about what I’m reading; it’s about the conversations we have after the final page is turned..
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It Come in Waves by Rukky Brume Review
A tender and culturally rich exploration of grief that captures the quiet, persistent shadow of loss—and the heavy weight of family secrets. It…
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Good Good Loving by Yvette Edwards review
A deceptive opening that moves from humour to one of the most touching stories I have read recently. It is an absorbing look…
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How to commit a post-colonial murder by Nina McConigley
A deceptive title for a deeply introspective story. I came for a satirical murder mystery; I stayed for a raw and poignant look…
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Hula by Jasmine Iolani hakes Review
An immersive, three-generation saga with a strong cultural heartbeat—high-impact and unapologetically human. I found Hula absolutely unputdownable. While the opening chapters take their…
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On Sundays She Picked Flowers by Yah-Yah Schofield Review
A tense thought-provoking Southern Gothic horror debut that balances beautiful prose with brutal, grisly scenes. Judith Rice flees from the horrors of an…
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Cursed Daughter by Oyinkan Braithwaite
Intriguing premise, underseasoned delivery: A supernatural saga that swaps mystery for Nollywood-style melodrama.
