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Il cielo di Singapore by Sharlene Teo

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lucyla's review against another edition

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slow-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.5

emilymsimpson's review against another edition

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mysterious reflective sad 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

4.5

sophiabenton's review against another edition

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emotional reflective medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.0

I appreciated the story the author was trying to tell but the writing style wasn’t for me. I liked the themes explored, and setting the scene of life in Singapore. I just wasn’t hooked by the plot of writing style and didn’t feel like the ‘current day’ narrative had much point to it, not much happened and i didn’t feel like there was a clear end once we got there. I did like the flashback chapters of both girls. Maybe would’ve preferred it in chronological order?

dutchbaby's review against another edition

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Strong character development? No
Loveable characters? No

2.0

purplefantail's review against another edition

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dark emotional reflective sad medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? It's complicated
Loveable characters? No
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

2.0

pearlbambi's review against another edition

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3.75

Growing up in Singapore in the 2000s, there were many parts in the book that I found relatable. However, I found it difficult to empathise with the characters especially Circe.