What struck me throughout this book was the beautiful, nuanced, supportive and loving nature of Sierra's community. Made up of her friends, her family, her extended family's friends, her neighbors, there's tremendous joy in their every interaction: The banter, the support, the kindness threaded through merciless teasing. There's conflict too, of course, but that bedrock of love and affection is always there — and it's utterly nourishing to see such a gorgeous, diverse mix of characters from different backgrounds frankly discussing their histories and futures. Sierra's own movement through her family secrets is very effective, and the decisions she makes — of what to embrace in herself, from her nappy hair to her magical abilities — are powerfully moving.