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emnz's review against another edition
dark
reflective
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
3.75
I was hooked from the start, but my interest waned near the end...it felt a little rushed/not as attentive to the characters as the beginning.
The ending also felt....abrupt.
HOWEVER.....I did like it.
The ending also felt....abrupt.
HOWEVER.....I did like it.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Cannibalism
fscherlie's review
dark
mysterious
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Content Warnings
Moderate: Cannibalism
Minor: Death
rahe182's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
funny
mysterious
reflective
fast-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
5.0
it’s QUEER, it’s anti colonial, it’s got twists, it made me hungry, it made me think. it was enjoyable and fast paced AND thought provoking. 10/10 can’t wait to read her other stuff
Content Warnings
Graphic: Cannibalism
saintalana's review against another edition
dark
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
Definitely a good bad. A lot of commentary on status, womanhood, assimilation and wealth.
Prose and narration were beautiful.
So like most books that are more character-driven and reflective it feels a bit lacking. The mystery element is ok but kinda a let down.
Prose and narration were beautiful.
So like most books that are more character-driven and reflective it feels a bit lacking. The mystery element is ok but kinda a let down.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Cannibalism
iammaya's review
emotional
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
what is a language if not a culture, a mind, a life-long experience? i loved the bringing in of india/pakistan tensions + i love a pathetic protagonist.
also made me think of the ethicality of linguistics / anthro ling. much to think about.
also made me think of the ethicality of linguistics / anthro ling. much to think about.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Cannibalism
the_rainydayreader's review against another edition
challenging
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
Content Warnings
Graphic: Cannibalism and Body horror
Moderate: Sexual content
sophierachel's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
2.5
I liked the first half of the book. The idea of the Centre intrigued me and the whole language learning was interesting. But then it got boring, weird and I found myself pushing through the book. The premise was good, but the characters and plot were unsatisfying.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Cannibalism
zarakoconnor's review against another edition
dark
informative
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Amazing commentary on colonialism, language and racism. Very reflective about the value we hold in non western voices, especially in story telling. Would recommend to anyone wanting to diversify their reading.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Suicide, Racial slurs, and Suicide attempt
Moderate: Colonisation, Islamophobia, Death of parent, Gaslighting, Misogyny, Xenophobia, and Medical content
Minor: Cannibalism
autumnnleeaves's review against another edition
challenging
dark
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
Listening to this as an audiobook made this more enjoyable I think due to the content of the book and the wonderful narrators. Would highly recommend going that route! However, I was a bit disappointed by the ending.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Cannibalism