The Madman of Freedom Square by Hassan Blasim

The Madman of Freedom Square

Hassan Blasim with Jonathan Wright

96 pages first pub 2010 (editions)

fiction short stories emotional reflective sad slow-paced
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Description

From the Iran–Iraq War through the Occupation, this collection of fictional short stories presents an uncompromising view of the relationship between the West and Iraq, as well as a haunting critique of the postwar refugee experience. Blending all...

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Community Reviews Summary of 49 reviews

Moods

dark 100%
reflective 100%
challenging 75%
mysterious 75%
adventurous 25%
emotional 25%
funny 25%
informative 25%
sad 25%
tense 25%

Pace

medium 50%
fast 25%
slow 25%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 33% | Character: 33% | A mix: 33%

Strong character development?

No: 66% | It's complicated: 33%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 100%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

It's complicated: 66% | No: 33%

Average rating

4.14

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