Fairytales for Lost Children by Diriye Osman

Fairytales for Lost Children

Diriye Osman

156 pages • first pub 2013 (editions)

fiction lgbtqia+ short stories emotional slow-paced
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Fairytales For Lost Children is narrated by people constantly on the verge of self-revelation. These characters - young, gay and lesbian Somalis - must navigate the complexities of family, identity and the immigrant experience as they tumble towar...

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Community Reviews Summary of 96 reviews

Moods

emotional 83%
reflective 83%
challenging 38%
sad 38%
hopeful 33%
dark 22%
funny 22%
inspiring 22%
informative 11%
tense 11%
adventurous 5%
mysterious 5%

Pace

fast 44%
medium 44%
slow 11%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 50% | A mix: 41% | N/A: 8%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 50% | N/A: 30% | No: 10% | Yes: 10%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 53% | It's complicated: 38% | N/A: 7%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 92% | N/A: 7%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 50% | It's complicated: 30% | No: 10% | N/A: 10%

Average rating

4.27

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