Perfect imperfections

Continuing its distinctive legacy of developing young black voices, BlackBird Bookss latest release, Perfect Imperfections by Makanaka
Mavengere-Munsaka, tells the story of Maxine, a young woman who escapes an abusive polygamous marriage to a man much older than
her to make a new life in Harare, Zimbabwe. Once in Harare, Maxine begins working as a helper for five women who become a large part of her life as she becomes a witness to their most intimate of moments and struggles.
Through this emotional ecosystem, the women learn about and seek the love they feel they deserve. Whether self-love or romantic love, each woman must find the courage to believe in and hold onto that love. Through Maxine's narration, the intricacies of the relationship women share with their helpers are revealed - be it crutch or punching bag. These relationships reveal the truth that women can discover themselves through their friendships with other women.
This book is another addition to the new-look BlackBird Books fiction titles. Other titles with new covers include If You Keeping Digging by
Keletso Mopai and Rémy Ngamije's The Eternal Audience of One.