A review by odyssia
Happiness by Aminatta Forna

hopeful informative sad medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.5

Early on in the book I was amazed by how evocative the description of London was and how Attila enjoys the intellectual pleasures the city has to offer. Later, I was impressed by the parallels made between foxes and immigrants, which were subtle and nuanced. This book explores how marginalised groups become scapegoats and labelled 'a problem', resulting in escalation of targeting. It was quite upsetting in places, demonstrating Forna's skill in drawing the reader in.