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10 Minutes 38 Seconds in this Strange World by Elif Shafak
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gbmillar2002's review against another edition
adventurous
inspiring
mysterious
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
Shafak beuatifullly weaves narratives and prose to create Tequila Lelia’s story. This is a story that blends her experience of death and her life, whilst also exploiting the affects on her found family. The plot, characters and word choice is excellent, however i the reason why I have not given this novel 5 stars is because strong emotion was not evoked eg sadness, happiness etc.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child abuse, Sexual assault, and Pedophilia
Moderate: Xenophobia, Transphobia, Self harm, Ableism, and Schizophrenia/Psychosis
Minor: Alcohol, Death of parent, Child death, Mental illness, and Trafficking
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