A review by cristy
The Remainder by Alia Trabucco Zerán

mysterious sad slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.0

A bizarre, drugged narrative interspersed with a more lucid voice. Plot is both thin and abstract. Translation seems in keeping with the original author's pace and style. Prose in the lucid sections is delightful, but I was here for the story and found it lacking.
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