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jennyvetvik's review against another edition
5.0
I actually really loved this book and have frequently thought about it since I finished it. It is a beautiful exposition of a Muslim family living in California. It grapples with so many different issues, and the writing was breathtakingly beautiful. The best part was the last chapters, written as a letter from the father's perspective to his estranged son, and that absolutely broke me. Love love loved this book.
haroon's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
hopeful
sad
medium-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
5.0
Absolutely loved this book! I feel like it did a great job capturing the lived experience of a Muslim / South Asian American family. I found myself crying at some events in the book.
bibliobrandie's review against another edition
I tried with this book, I really did. But it’s just not working for me. The jumping around in time has no rhythm to it. The family/characters are interesting but the story is slow. I’m interested in knowing how this ends but not that interested. Since I already finished a book I didn’t enjoy this month, I’m throwing in the towel.
lucyka's review against another edition
4.0
Beautifully drawn characters and family relationships. Poignant reflections on Islam and parenthood hood.
breannamontoya's review against another edition
dark
emotional
mysterious
reflective
sad
medium-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
rishmac's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
hopeful
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
larafrances's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
lindsayaunderwood's review against another edition
5.0
Super emotional multi-generational story about a Muslim family dealing with a daughter's non-arranged marriage, an overly angry father, and an estranged son. Loved it so much.
racheyohh's review against another edition
emotional
reflective
sad
medium-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
4.0