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A review by danimcthomas
Love Marriage by Monica Ali
emotional
hopeful
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
Ali’s characters are some of the most well developed I’ve ever read - she captures the intricacies of human relationships so beautifully. Love Marriage feels like a coming-of-age story but all the characters are well into their adulthood. I didn’t want it to end.
Moderate: Mental illness, Panic attacks/disorders, Islamophobia, Biphobia, Dementia, Medical trauma, Racism, Rape, Sexual assault, Suicide, Addiction, Alcohol, Genocide, Sexual violence, Emotional abuse, Racial slurs, Toxic relationship, Homophobia, Infidelity, and Suicidal thoughts