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dancevera's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
informative
mysterious
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
A little slow to start, but it was so worth it. Such a relevant story that explores settler colonial violence, racism, and apartheid in a brilliantly imaginative way. This was not an easy read but it was an important one.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Colonisation
Moderate: Religious bigotry, Racism, Rape, Cultural appropriation, Sexual violence, Xenophobia, and Genocide
Minor: Suicide
bethmalena's review
dark
emotional
informative
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
I love how the author uses the plot device as a chance to dive deep into generational trauma, racism, colonial fantasies, Zionism, and memory. The short chapters and switches in character perspectives maintain momentum through the book. It’s very relevant today despite being written a decade ago.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Xenophobia, Colonisation, Racism, and Death of parent
Moderate: Suicide, Torture, Genocide, and Rape
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