A review by keelreads
All the Fighting Parts by Hannah V. Sawyerr

5.0

All the Fighting Parts is a tale of the bravery and heart it takes for survivors of sexual assault to speak out, especially when the perpetrator is a beloved member of the community. All the Fighting Parts may be a work of fiction, but Amina's story is the unfortunate truth for so many people.

Outspoken, Amina stands up for herself, she's known for her sass and sharp tongue. When her tongue and a few foul words get her into trouble, her father decides the perfect punishment is for her to spend more time with Pastor Johnson and the church. Working for the beloved Pastor Johnson is easy work, even if it's alongside the annoyingly sweet and holy "Holy Holly". One night things change when Pastor Johnson takes advantage of his position and Amina. Amina's world is flipped upside down. Smart and outspoken Amina is withdrawn, folding inside herself as she begins failing tests and distancing herself from everyone around her, including her best friend and boyfriend.

When Pastor Johnson is arrested one night at bible study on a case unrelated to her own, Amina begins to slowly work up the courage to speak her truth and tell everyone who Pastor Johnson really is.

Written in verse and interview manuscripts, All the Fighting Parts is an emotional progression from survivor to warrior, with the idea that there are different routes to healing from trauma.

I am so glad I was able to get my hands on a physical ARC of this novel. Not only was this an emotional masterpiece, but Hannah an absolute gem. It was a pleasure to not only meet her but get my ARC signed!