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278 pages • first pub 1998 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9781555974046
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Graywolf Press
Publication date: 01 August 2004
Description
A breathless story of love and survival in war-torn Algeria-past and presentThe devil has entered our country, and his footprints are everywhere. Nine-year-old Jallal is old enough to know that his life in Algeria is precarious at best. Having run...
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tense 100%
dark 50%
emotional 50%
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Child death, WarModerate
Violence
278 pages • first pub 1998 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9781555974046
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Graywolf Press
Publication date: 01 August 2004
Description
A breathless story of love and survival in war-torn Algeria-past and presentThe devil has entered our country, and his footprints are everywhere. Nine-year-old Jallal is old enough to know that his life in Algeria is precarious at best. Having run...
Community Reviews Summary of 14 reviews
Moods
sad 100%
tense 100%
dark 50%
emotional 50%
Pace
medium 50%
Plot- or character-driven?
A mix: 100%Strong character development?
It's complicated: 100%Loveable characters?
It's complicated: 50% | No: 50%Diverse cast of characters?
It's complicated: 50% | Yes: 50%Flaws of characters a main focus?
It's complicated: 50% | Yes: 50%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Child death, WarModerate
Violence