A review by solenophage
Muddy People: A memoir by Sara El Sayed

lighthearted reflective medium-paced

4.0

Muddy People is a well-written, emotional glimpse into the struggles of growing up as in immigrant Egyptian-Australian child addressing body image issues, racism and islamophobia, and cultural differences as well as more personal family conflicts, trying to live up to the expectations and needs of parents whose own relationship is strained and falling apart. The writing style was straightforward, yet evocative, with short chapters contrasting the author's childhood and her adulthood caring for her father through cancer treatments. The complexities of the author's experiences and emotions were conveyed in a poignant and concise way. If I had one critique it would be only that at times it felt cut short or a little choppy. All and all a quick and enjoyable read. 
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