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A review by thatothernigeriangirl
Alligator and other stories by Dima Alzayat
challenging
funny
informative
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? N/A
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
3.75
I enjoyed almost all of the stories except for Alligator — which was eye opening in terms of race relations in America, but ultimately disappointing.
I liked the experimental mode many of the stories took on , even Alligator that I didn’t like as much. The Syrian-in-Diaspora experience was quite visible even when I felt like Alzayat ensured to not limit her characters to just Syrians — I appreciated that.
Also really love the gentleness with which she describes various Islamic rituals, even janazah, 👌🏾
I liked the experimental mode many of the stories took on , even Alligator that I didn’t like as much. The Syrian-in-Diaspora experience was quite visible even when I felt like Alzayat ensured to not limit her characters to just Syrians — I appreciated that.
Also really love the gentleness with which she describes various Islamic rituals, even janazah, 👌🏾