A review by herelieshenry
Minor Detail by Adania Shibli

challenging dark sad tense medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

5.0

A difficult, gutting, but incredibly important read. Not only relevant, not only important, but also incredibly well-written and impactful. The writing is very intentional in its largely objective perspective, straightforward and effective with a strong sense of place and mood.

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Genocide, Hate crime, Rape, Murder, Colonisation, and War

Moderate: Child abuse, Child death, Death, Gun violence, Violence, and Islamophobia

Minor: Ableism, Vomit, Kidnapping, and Deportation