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apieceofjaaay's review
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
I really enjoyed this book. I had never read Fatimah's work before this but I look forward to reading their old work as well as whatever else they decide to release in the future.
The writing is absolutely the best part of this book. The story is told from the perspective of the youngest sister (Kausar) and we watch her grow up as the book progresses. The special part is the writing evolves and ages as the narrator continues to age. Even when the narrator is at her/their youngest, the writing is childlike but not childish. I enjoyed the characters, specifically the other sisters (Nooren and Aisha) As an oldest child, Nooren was probably my favorite. I loved that I could understand the thoughts of the other sisters without the perspective shifting. I loved the short poems/sections where we read reflections from their parents. I loved how thoughtful this story is with the lessons, emotions and thoughts one may have as we age.
The only thing I did not like was the structure of the book. One of the chapters in particular was very long and I think a break/common stopping point would've helped maintain the flow/interest for me.
Overall, a great read that I would recommend to others. Some content warnings include death, sexual assault, and child neglect. Thankful to netgalley for the ARC!
The writing is absolutely the best part of this book. The story is told from the perspective of the youngest sister (Kausar) and we watch her grow up as the book progresses. The special part is the writing evolves and ages as the narrator continues to age. Even when the narrator is at her/their youngest, the writing is childlike but not childish. I enjoyed the characters, specifically the other sisters (Nooren and Aisha) As an oldest child, Nooren was probably my favorite. I loved that I could understand the thoughts of the other sisters without the perspective shifting. I loved the short poems/sections where we read reflections from their parents. I loved how thoughtful this story is with the lessons, emotions and thoughts one may have as we age.
The only thing I did not like was the structure of the book. One of the chapters in particular was very long and I think a break/common stopping point would've helped maintain the flow/interest for me.
Overall, a great read that I would recommend to others. Some content warnings include death, sexual assault, and child neglect. Thankful to netgalley for the ARC!
Content Warnings
Moderate: Child abuse, Death of parent, Suicide attempt, Death, Racism, and Sexual assault
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