A review by lilawsahar
Evil Eye by Etaf Rum

challenging emotional hopeful reflective 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? It's complicated

3.75

Yara’s story was really relatable as a second generation middle eastern immigrant. My family is also worried about reputation and remembering the privilege we have in America that my dad didn’t have. That pressure is a heavy burden to carry. This book made me feel seen. 


I’m glad Yara was able to get the help she needed and build the support system to leave her husband. She deserves to break the trauma cycle and be happy. 
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