A review by sydnec
Martyr! by Kaveh Akbar

challenging dark emotional funny reflective sad slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.5

There are so many captivating facets to the story (stories) told in this novel. Unforgettable coincidence and loves and tragedy. But there's also a lot of disconnect that makes it hard to follow. The writing is pretty, as you would expect from a poet. Too full of metaphors when that's all you start to notice. That said, I won't soon forget it. 
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