A review by savvylit
The Faraway World by Patricia Engel

emotional reflective medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

Each story in The Faraway World is an instantly immersive slice-of-life. A cab driver in Havana falls in love with a passenger. A factory worker is obsessed with modifying her body with plastic surgery. A young woman's twin sister goes missing. No matter what the story is about, Engel brilliantly brings each featured character to vivid life. So many of these stories left me wanting more - in the best way possible. Engel's skill at characterization makes it hard to resist wondering what's next in the lives of the people of The Faraway World.

Many thanks to @avidreaderpress for the advanced copy of The Faraway World in exchange for my honest review! All thoughts and opinions are my own.
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