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A review by neonskylite
Roses, in the Mouth of a Lion by Bushra Rehman
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
Usually when I read books like this I find the romance to be a plot tumour and its the exact opposite this time - I felt the pacing got very rushed at the ending and I barely had time to settle in with Razia's high school life and relationship with Angela before it started getting complicated, so I wasn't as upset or disturbed when it comes crashing down rather than a bit disoriented. I am going to miss Razia for a long time, though.
Graphic: Homophobia, Islamophobia, and Racism
Moderate: Outing, Xenophobia, Misogyny, and Domestic abuse
Minor: Animal cruelty and Animal death