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bookishconnections's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
funny
informative
inspiring
mysterious
sad
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.25
It’s hard to rate this book, I really enjoyed Erotic Stories for Punjabi Widows by this author and in many ways, this book follows a similar plot and structure.
I’d put it in the cosy mysteries section but I did find it really slow in some places.
Although the author interviewed domestic workers from the Philippines, since she is not of that community I found it hard to get into the story as much as I would have liked to.
I totally believe the stories shared are true instances of how these workers are treated but I wish they’d been able to tell their own stories.
The plot is enjoyable and moves along but not as quick as I would have liked.
If you enjoyed Vera Wong’s Unsolicited Advice for Murderers by Jessie Sutanto, I think you’ll enjoy this one.
I’d put it in the cosy mysteries section but I did find it really slow in some places.
Although the author interviewed domestic workers from the Philippines, since she is not of that community I found it hard to get into the story as much as I would have liked to.
I totally believe the stories shared are true instances of how these workers are treated but I wish they’d been able to tell their own stories.
The plot is enjoyable and moves along but not as quick as I would have liked.
If you enjoyed Vera Wong’s Unsolicited Advice for Murderers by Jessie Sutanto, I think you’ll enjoy this one.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Physical abuse
Minor: Bullying and Domestic abuse
sleepybears4237's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
funny
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
I couldn't put this book down. Balli Kaur Jaswal is a genius.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Murder and Domestic abuse
Moderate: Slavery, Police brutality, and Physical abuse
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