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Jhumpa Lahiri

4.18 AVERAGE

brindagurumoorthy's review against another edition

5.0

The characters and relationships in each story are so well done.

obtusegrl's review against another edition

5.0

emotional inspiring reflective fast-paced

stephenswithaph's review against another edition

5.0

emotional reflective slow-paced

Plot or Character Driven: Character

Strong character development: N/A

Loveable characters: Complicated

Flaws of characters a main focus: N/A

fiandaca's review against another edition

5.0

I like this one so much, I've read it several times. Great short stories.

avasbookmark's review against another edition

4.0

emotional hopeful inspiring reflective sad medium-paced

Plot or Character Driven: Character

Strong character development: Complicated

Loveable characters: Yes

Diverse cast of characters: Yes

Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

Jhumpa Lahiri should teach a masterclass in writing. I especially enjoyed the way she writes characters so that you get to know their quirks and traits in the span of just a few sentences. This collection provides evocative snapshots into the lives of both Indian immigrants and people who have never left India.
My problem with short story collections remains though. Some of these stories are more memorable than others and I probably would have preferred a full length novel but that’s just me.

Content Warnings

readtmc's review against another edition

4.0

I lean towards stories about immigrant experiences and Lahiri reveals its unique and universal aspects through these stories in a graceful and, at times, heartbreaking manner. "A Temporary Matter" blew me away, probably one of the best short stories I've read. "Interpreter of the Maladies" is another exceptional piece in this collection. Lahiri is an amazing writer, especially with descriptions of her characters and Indian food. Definitely worth rereading.