A review by hannah_94_reads
The Namesake by Jhumpa Lahiri

emotional reflective sad slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.75

I really enjoyed the swapped between perspectives and how the story used flashback to explore character and set up important moments later on. 
As a white reader I found it elucidating to discover an intimate exploration of immigrant Indian people and their children. 
My only gripe is that I wished the sister had some parts of her story from her perspective.