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beetroot17's review
challenging
dark
mysterious
reflective
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
roosuyttendaele's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
inspiring
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
oxnard_montalvo's review against another edition
fine I suppose?
Not particularly compelling, and yet, yeah? Kinda compelling? Sort of fizzled. I'll probably find it memorable only because it's so short and easy to recall what happens, but in terms of story, it doesn't really go anywhere.
Perhaps it was more 'groundbreaking' when it was first published, because I fail to see how exactly this character is a fundamentalist, nor do I get a sense of his reluctance. The whole book is a bit of a shrug.
Not particularly compelling, and yet, yeah? Kinda compelling? Sort of fizzled. I'll probably find it memorable only because it's so short and easy to recall what happens, but in terms of story, it doesn't really go anywhere.
Perhaps it was more 'groundbreaking' when it was first published, because I fail to see how exactly this character is a fundamentalist, nor do I get a sense of his reluctance. The whole book is a bit of a shrug.
5secondsofleah's review against another edition
4.0
I read this for my IB Lang and Lit class, and although I may not be a fan of the characters or the format, I like the storytelling. It took a while for me to actually become interested in, but it was an easy read.
One thing that really bothered me, GOD, was Changez's relationship with Erica. THAT BOTHERED ME SO MUCH!! She's not that into you, get over it.
One thing that really bothered me, GOD, was Changez's relationship with Erica. THAT BOTHERED ME SO MUCH!! She's not that into you, get over it.
spookyaz's review
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Suicide attempt, Toxic relationship, War, Grief, Hate crime, Islamophobia, Mental illness, and Sexual assault
katiegilley's review against another edition
5.0
This was the story of Changez, a man who lives in Pakistan. He shares his tragic story with an obvious American visiting Pakistan as they sit in a market drinking tea and feasting on dinner.returnreturnThe story of Changez is amazing. He grew up in Pakistan, but won scholarships that allowed him to get his college degree at Princeton. After Princeton, he earned a spot in a successful financial firm in New York City where he gets constant praise from the higher-ups. He falls in love with a girl, Erica, who has a heartbreaking tale of her own.returnreturnAll goes well for Changez until 9/11 - the towers fall in NYC and suddenly people that look similar to Changez are the enemy. Along with this, he is constantly worried about the state of the world surrounding the attacks and the ensuing battles.returnreturnThis story is told completely in the form of a conversation. I truly felt as if I were sitting with Changez and eating dinner - it was beautifully written and so comfortable to read. Many of the points that Hamid makes really struck close to home - he makes excellent observations about American life and state of mind. This was an amazing read and I would recommend it to everyone.
motherofladybirds's review
emotional
informative
reflective
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Suicide