A review by bookmaddie
The Shadow King by Maaza Mengiste

Did not finish book. Stopped at 42%.
This novel isn’t as character driven as I’d prefer. I was basically halfway and realized I didn’t really feel much for any of the characters, I think because the narrative doesn’t focus on a single person. I did appreciate the chapters that were little pauses in the story to widen our perspective or provide a different point of view, but I wish these chapters were anchored by a more character driven “main” story. I look forward to reading what Mengiste writes, because I did enjoy her way with words. Just not for me! 
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