A review by nerdy_reader
A Dictator Calls by Ismail Kadare

challenging emotional informative reflective slow-paced

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

3.0

The subject of this book was fascinating and I loved the different versions of the phone call presented. However, I was having trouble staying with the narrative as I’m not totally familiar with Soviet figures and history. Also, the perspective shifts were hard to follow.