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essjay1's review against another edition
3.0
The story here slips around as elusive as a dream, or the memory the main character is trying to recall. Or the truth. And what is the truth? Perhaps that is what the author wants us to think about. I enjoyed the writing, there is a lot going on here so it took me a lot longer than usual to read which is probably a good thing. But in the end, it’s easy to leave. The cover is just about perfect.
mstrypie5's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
reflective
sad
slow-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? Yes
Content Warnings
Graphic: Torture, Rape, Physical abuse, Murder, and Violence
Moderate: Animal death, Suicide, and Toxic relationship
Minor: Self harm, Suicide attempt, Suicidal thoughts, and Animal cruelty
kimswhims's review against another edition
4.0
Packs a lot into a very short fascinating novella. I don't think I can improve on the blurb for a description about the book. It's definitely a novella for now. Refugees, finding your place, forgotten languages, first nations people, domestic violence, urban isolation. Covers so much. Very pleased that it has a place on the Miles Franklin long-list otherwise it might not have appeared on my radar.
There maybe a slight question about misappropriation of other's stories but it has an authentic quality about it. It feels like the author has managed to really place themselves in the character's shoes.
There maybe a slight question about misappropriation of other's stories but it has an authentic quality about it. It feels like the author has managed to really place themselves in the character's shoes.
meganori's review against another edition
3.0
A skinny but dense novel. It's not exactly enjoyable, but it's certainly not bad. I read a review explaining how the guilt about the car accident is a metaphor for guilt about colonisation. Glad i saw that because i don't think i would have worked that out on my own and it made the book much more meaningful. 3.5 stars
wviellevoye's review
challenging
dark
sad
slow-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
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