Reviews with content warning for Misogyny - Amal Unbound

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thedemogorgon's review

hopeful inspiring fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Plot
Strong character development? N/A
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A

5.0

Am I outside of the age range for this book?
Yes.
Did I still enjoy it?
Yes.

This is a book I have nothing but praises to sing for. I was scrolling through my library's selection on Libby when I saw this book. The cover caught my attention, and for good reason. It. Is. Gorgeous. I read the plot summary, and even though I'm an adult, I knew I had to read this book. It grabbed my attention, and I wanted to know what would happen!

Amal Unbound tells the story of Amal, who is sent to an estate to be a servant after standing up to one of the men in charge. Throughout the story, we see her resilience and kindness shine through. She forms close bonds with the other servants, my favorite of which being hers with little Fatima. Fatima was my second favorite character, I would've loved to see more of her or even her story.

This book touches upon things, such as gender inequality in countries like Pakistan and the right to an education. These are big topics to be exploring in a kid's book, and I think the author did it flawlessly. It's presented in a way that's easy for the target audience to understand without talking down to or dumbing it down.

I think this is a great book for kids to read, and even other adults too. It's easy to follow and a quick read, but a great one nonetheless.

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theportalmaster's review against another edition

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emotional reflective fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Strong character development? It's complicated
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? No

5.0

Wonderful book! I was very emotional the whole time. The pace had the perfect flow, and the writing was so simple, yet captivating. I was furious at the situation Amal was in. I felt her rage growing as she encountered unfair situation after unfair situation in her life. The struggles of the eldest daughter, her parents upset at the lack of a son who try over and over, being unable to openly meet her male childhood friend because of her age (12 years old), having to raise her siblings and be a spare mother, not having the same opportunities as a guy her age… it was infuriating. Though I loved her bravery and her rebellion! I love reading the ending because while I have read reviews claiming it was unrealistic, this is a book that gives out the message of not settling and accepting injustice, that trying to make things right can have a good outcome for yourself and those around you. Also that not everyone in your tight shoes, wears them in pain. Idk what anyone says, it deserved a somewhat happy ending and I’m glad that’s what it got.

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brookey8888's review

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dark hopeful informative inspiring fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

Very educational(for everyone not just for middle grade readers). I don’t know a lot about Pakistan, but I did learn a lot in this book. I really admired Amal and how brave she was fighting for what she believes in. It’s really sad that what happens in this book happens and is usually a lot worse. I did really like the relationships she has and makes in the book. I do also think there’s a lot of good life lessons in this the main one being don’t be afraid to be brave.

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