A review by olitro
The Island of Missing Trees by Elif Shafak

challenging emotional hopeful inspiring mysterious 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? Yes

4.25

Beautifully written. I really enjoyed the fig tree narration and how steeped in history and lore those parts were. I feel for Ada navigating so many emotions basically on her own. But also for her father who seems like a sweet man trying his best.