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annakpi's review
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
1.5
silashoeyer's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
informative
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
lleullawgyffes's review against another edition
dark
funny
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Content Warnings
Moderate: Domestic abuse and Child abuse
Minor: Antisemitism and Homophobia
nat_pianosa's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
bobwhite37's review against another edition
funny
informative
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? N/A
- Strong character development? No
5.0
thingslaurareads's review against another edition
5.0
These satirical short stories are so hilarious and real. I think Pacific Island university students should read these stories esp. the ones who talk about wanting to help their homeland. Paths to Glory was especially resonant for me. I've lived in Newland for 13 out of my 21 years of my life and I mustn't be deluded about my assumptions of what a developed Samoa looks like (whilst aware of the problems with that term), and how we could get there.
A good laugh combined with very blunt self-reflections is what makes these stories so enjoyable and worthwhile.
A good laugh combined with very blunt self-reflections is what makes these stories so enjoyable and worthwhile.
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