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Martyr!
by Kaveh Akbar
emotional
inspiring
reflective
relaxing
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Simply stunning. I enjoyed this book so much. It was written with beautiful, contemplative prose and brought rich, varying points of view while weaving together a lovely and satisfying story. The thoughts of the characters were raw and real and highlighted the depths of humanity. And I thoroughly enjoyed the surprise and the twist at the end.
Graphic: Abandonment
Moderate: Addiction, Alcoholism, Drug abuse, Sexual content
Minor: Panic attacks/disorders, Islamophobia