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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.