A review by jesssbookshelf
The River Has Roots by Amal El-Mohtar

adventurous emotional mysterious fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.75

A beautiful, lyrical fairytale that deserves to be read again and again. Amal el-Mohtar’s writing is absolutely gorgeous. She has this way of playing with words and creating stunning atmosphere that blows me away every single time. I loved all the riddling turns of phrase, the bond between the sisters, and the quiet romance. Truly breathtaking, and only 99 pages.