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It was almost 20 years ago that I read Zadie Smith‘s „White Teeth“ and it left a huge impression. In many ways, this feels like a spiritual successor, even though it is a very different book. But the multifacetedness and the lightness of touch are similar, enclosing in it a look at all of Britain that is vibrant and hopeful while not shying away from the darker aspects of the country‘s history. What a triumph! I enjoyed reading this so so much.
I am exhausted. This book wasn't for me, though I can recognize the value and important topics it brings up.
informative
reflective
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
challenging
emotional
reflective
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Moderate: Rape
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
reflective
sad
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
emotional
hopeful
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
challenging
emotional
funny
informative
reflective
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:
Complicated
I went through so many emotions reading this book. It is a stunning piece of work! Bravo Bernardine Evaristo!
Graphic: Emotional abuse, Rape
challenging
dark
emotional
reflective
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes