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A review by avrilxxx_
Minor Detail by Adania Shibli
dark
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
The moment I realized I’d reached the last page, a heavy feeling of helplessness clawed at my chest. Where is the justice she deserved?!
The ending, I think, tries to show what life under occupation is like—there’s no closure, no justice. It’s heartbreaking and raw. May Allah end the occupation in Palestine.
As for the writing, it’s incredibly well-crafted and compelling. The author never mentions the characters' names, only referring to them as “he” or “she.” The first half of the book is written in a matter-of-fact style—detached, reporting only the "what, when, who, where, and how," but never the "why." Yet, in the second half, the tone shifts. It becomes deeply emotional, with vivid descriptions of the protagonist's inner turmoil. This contrast is stunning and makes you truly feel for her.
The ending? Oh, god don’t even ask. This is the kind of book you have to experience yourself.
#FreePalestine
The ending, I think, tries to show what life under occupation is like—there’s no closure, no justice. It’s heartbreaking and raw. May Allah end the occupation in Palestine.
As for the writing, it’s incredibly well-crafted and compelling. The author never mentions the characters' names, only referring to them as “he” or “she.” The first half of the book is written in a matter-of-fact style—detached, reporting only the "what, when, who, where, and how," but never the "why." Yet, in the second half, the tone shifts. It becomes deeply emotional, with vivid descriptions of the protagonist's inner turmoil. This contrast is stunning and makes you truly feel for her.
The ending? Oh, god don’t even ask. This is the kind of book you have to experience yourself.
#FreePalestine
Content Warnings
Graphic: Rape