The Changing Man by Tomi Overmakinde

The Changing Man follows a young man navigating a period of intense personal transformation while trying to understand who he is and who he wants to become. As he moves through everyday life, relationships, and internal struggles, he is forced to confront the gap between how he sees himself and how the world sees him. The story focuses on identity, growth, and the pressure to change, exploring how small choices and experiences slowly shape a person.

I found The Changing Man by Tomi Oyemakinde to be thoughtful and relatable, especially in how it portrays internal conflict and personal growth. I liked that the book focuses more on emotions and self-reflection than dramatic events, because it made the main character feel realistic. At times the pacing felt slow, but that also matched the reflective tone of the story. This book would be great for readers who enjoy character-driven novels and themes about identity, maturity, and self-discovery.

Reviewed by Anonymous, Grade 11

Glendale Central Library