A review by whistlestubbs
Alligator and other stories by Dima Alzayat

3.0

(3.5 stars) Even though I wasn’t particularly impressed by this book, the author demonstrates a lot of talent. I think some stories were good- excellent imagery- but often too predictable and not adding much depth to an already existing conversation. My biggest critic is that the author didn’t seem to totally understand her characters, probably because the aim at greater social commentary such as racism, sexual abuse or abuse of authority, and other identity issues.

Super interested by her use of form, which encouraged me to buy the collection in the first place.

Would recommend “those who struggle succeed.”