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Reviewed by Lit Amri for Readers' Favorite
In Amani: Remember by Lydhia Marie, Amya is in a comatose state where her consciousness is fully awake but her body isn’t. Even though she’s been in a coma for five months, Amya realizes that she has no recollection of the last eleven months of her life. She tries to remember, even relearning her special ability that runs in her family; the ability to send their souls to 'sojourn' in people’s bodies.
Lydhia Marie has written an intriguing story with a fresh perspective to the genre. The premise is interesting and original. That said, I was initially a bit overwhelmed with the transition between the present and Amya’s flashbacks, as well as the changing of POV. On the other hand, these hardly put a dent in the story. The mystery around Amya’s amnesia is highly intriguing and kept me invested in page after page.
The characters are well fleshed out and relatable – the Cohens are an interesting bunch. It’s not hard to root for Amya and Samera in their quest to save their friend Xander and prevent a terrible fate from happening to the world. I’m fascinated by the different dimensions incorporated in the world-building. The subject of parallel worlds always fascinates me and I’m glad that it is included in Amani. All in all, Amani: Remember is a treat for YA fans. Reading the story is a fascinating experience, with each chapter yielding unexpected plot twists. The ending seems to suggest that the story will continue, which is something to look forward to.