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diesmali's review against another edition
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
laurenbdavis's review against another edition
4.0
3.5 really. I think this review from the NYTimes says it best. http://www.nytimes.com/2007/02/04/books/review/de_Bellaigue.t.html?_r=0
Arslan's a promising writer, and this book has much merit, but the writing is uneven and at times the prophetic plot devices seem out of place. Writing about such horror is, of course, exceedingly difficult, but I agree with the Times review when it says some of the most chilling moments descend into bathos.
Having said that -- the book is worth reading in part for the timeliness and cruciality of the subject matter.
Arslan's a promising writer, and this book has much merit, but the writing is uneven and at times the prophetic plot devices seem out of place. Writing about such horror is, of course, exceedingly difficult, but I agree with the Times review when it says some of the most chilling moments descend into bathos.
Having said that -- the book is worth reading in part for the timeliness and cruciality of the subject matter.
lizziebennett's review
emotional
informative
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
The bokk is a family story during the Armenian genoicide
Content Warnings
Moderate: Death, Death of parent, Grief, Hate crime, Physical abuse, Racism, Rape, Religious bigotry, and Violence
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