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A review by biblio_jordyn
China Room by Sunjeev Sahota
challenging
dark
emotional
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
What could have been better?
This book has dual timelines and perspectives throughout different sections of the book and I think the transitions could have been a bit better/more apparent to make it easier to read. I, also, think the author had a ton of GREAT things going on, but I wish it delved deeper. It felt like I was just getting a taste of several serious topics and different cultural elements, which left me wanting for more, especially when it came to the addiction piece of the story (very lacking for such a serious addiction).
What I enjoyed?
The writing was attention grabbing and had me hooked from page one, as well as being impactful.
I felt pretty immersed in the 1929 Punjab Indian culture and the future timeline. I think the author did an excellent job of transporting us.
I loved how it illustrated how culture and our upbringing play such a deep part of who we are.
I loved the present timeline illustrating the struggles of immigration and racism in England (usually I just see the US).
This book was a very quick read and I understand all the positive reviews! It has a little bit of everything and it’s a book you appreciate more as you sit on it.
This book has dual timelines and perspectives throughout different sections of the book and I think the transitions could have been a bit better/more apparent to make it easier to read. I, also, think the author had a ton of GREAT things going on, but I wish it delved deeper. It felt like I was just getting a taste of several serious topics and different cultural elements, which left me wanting for more, especially when it came to the addiction piece of the story (very lacking for such a serious addiction).
What I enjoyed?
The writing was attention grabbing and had me hooked from page one, as well as being impactful.
I felt pretty immersed in the 1929 Punjab Indian culture and the future timeline. I think the author did an excellent job of transporting us.
I loved how it illustrated how culture and our upbringing play such a deep part of who we are.
I loved the present timeline illustrating the struggles of immigration and racism in England (usually I just see the US).
This book was a very quick read and I understand all the positive reviews! It has a little bit of everything and it’s a book you appreciate more as you sit on it.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Addiction, Racism, and Rape