noeh 's review for:

Krik? Krak! by Edwidge Danticat

4.75

adventurous emotional reflective sad medium-paced

Plot or Character Driven: A mix

Strong character development: No

Loveable characters: Complicated

Diverse cast of characters: Complicated

Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

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This is the first book I've read from Danticat. As a Dominican-Haitian with little knowledge of my Haitian side, I was able to illustrate the memories I had when I used to visit and all the memories my family had told me. It was lighthearted and harsh at the same time. Learning the perspective of the people during the dictatorship was something that made me reflect on the reality that my family lived. It was a great book and I hope to read more from her. Thanks to my English teacher for recommending it.