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A review by katsam
An Impossible Return by Caroline Laurent
challenging
dark
emotional
informative
inspiring
sad
tense
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
5.0
An incredibly important and poignant read - skilfully intertwines compelling characterisation and storytelling with the underrecognised reality and ongoing atrocity of British colonialism in the Chagos.
Graphic: Child death, Animal cruelty, Colonisation, Deportation, and Rape
Moderate: Death of parent and Racism