'Dark, racy and occasionally uncomfortable take on the price of having it all' - review of Kieren-Paul Brown's 'N Word'
When I first sat down to read Kieren-Paul Brown's 'N Word', I admit I was nervous about a male author's take on the female perspective but was absolutely enthralled by it.
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Synopsis:
'N Word', written by Birmingham-based author Kieren-Paul Brown, follows the secret desires of Antonia, an 85-year-old white woman whose life takes an extraordinary turn upon her death, finding herself reborn in the body of Kara, a vibrant 23-year-old Black OnlyFans and Instagram model.
As Antonia navigates the complexities of her new existence, she is thrust into a world characterised by sensuality, digital fame, drugs and violence. Her journey is marked by a fierce desire for freedom and an urgent confrontation with the unresolved pain and trauma of her past.
In her present life as Kara, Antonia confronts a sadistic online stalker while navigating the perilous lifestyle of a modern influencer, highlighting the challenges of digital fame.
The novel also revisits Antonia's earlier life during the civil rights movement of the 1950s and 1960s. Her world changes dramatically when her Black boyfriend is lynched by a white mob due to their interracial relationship. This traumatic event drives Antonia into activism, where she joins Malcolm X’s organisation, channelling her grief into a dedicated fight for racial justice and equality.
Kirsty-Louise's thoughts:
