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A review by itsamemarion
Burnt Sugar by Avni Doshi
dark
emotional
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Avni Doshi did a brilliant job at writing this book and detailing the difficult and exhausting relationships between a family, with a strong focus on toxic relationships between a mother and a daughter. The main character walks the reader through her lifetime, from when she was little to present day, detailing her experiences with her loved ones and those surrounding her.
Graphic: Toxic relationship, Medical content, War, and Dementia
Moderate: Pregnancy and Suicidal thoughts
Minor: Sexual harassment, Sexual assault, and Child abuse