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lostinthelibrary's review
informative
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
This was just okay. I have read better books about the immigrant experience and the more interesting themes like the morality of Thuli and the motivations behind his work weren't really explored. Everything seemed quite rushed and surface level despite the important and tense topic.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Deportation and Trafficking
Moderate: Alcoholism, Xenophobia, and Infidelity
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