A review by thelovelylibrarylady
House of Yesterday by Deeba Zargarpur

emotional reflective medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.0

House of Yesterday is a contemporary YA title that explores intergenerational trauma and identity using the supernatural as a bridge between generations. Drawing from her own Afghan-Uzbek heritage, Zaragarpur crafted Sara, the protagonist, as a teenager from an immigrant family. I was amazed at how “real” Sara felt and how her family’s traditions, language, and values were woven into her identity. 

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(I received an audio recording of this book from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. All opinions expressed above are my own.)