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adventurous
dark
tense
slow-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
4.5
The Khan drew me slowly into a world of drama and tension. Told from multiple perspectives, it follows the struggle for belonging, home and respect felt by a network immigrant families in the UK. The grirty crime syndicate plot runs, at times, parallel with and at times entwined with a much more powerful story of race, family, honour and strength. The books strength is in the quality of its character. I especially adored the main character, Jia, who is masterfully written. She is complicated, multifaceted and a natural leader. Allowed to be flawed but confident, strong, but have fear, anger and grace. What moved me most about The Khan was the way that love was entirely central for every character, in ways even they weren't aware of sometimes. It is beautifully written and utterly gripping.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Violence and Racism
Moderate: Sexism, Racial slurs, and Police brutality
Minor: Sexual assault
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