The beginning of this book was quite shocking to read about Abena. In a kind of a way I was happy. She went out with her pride. Sad to hear about how she was hung, but it was in a kind of a way a proud moment. I also love how Tituba helped her mother out by following the instruction she was given. When mama Yaya introduced it instantly reminded me of the Jamaican girl poem we read. I am interested to learn more about this Mama Yaya character.