Bitter, Akwaeke Emezi 
Book
Fantasy
Young Adult
Book
Fantasy
Young Adult
Updated: 3 January 2026
No rape or sexual assault
Rape or sexual assault mentioned in passing (in discussion and/or implied)
Sexual harassment (e.g. verbal or non-consensual touching/grabbing)
Sexual relationship between adult and teenager
Child sexual abuse
Incest
Attempted rape
Rape strongly implied/details surrounding a rape discussed in detail (i.e. the events before/after)
Detailed/vivid description of rape

Description

The titular character was conceived through rape. It is implied that she experienced sexual violence, as well as other abuse, before the events of the book.

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