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

emotional informative inspiring sad medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.25

It took me a bit to get into the book, but I ended up really enjoying it. I learned a lot about Cyprus, trees and nature. It’s a beautiful but heartbreaking story.

My favourite characters were Y+Y, would’ve loved to read more about them. ❤️🌳

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Content Warnings

Moderate: Death of parent, Death, and Violence

Minor: Homophobia