A review by emilybergonzi
The Bastard of Istanbul by Elif Shafak

reflective slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.5

Decent read, not a lot of character development and some weird plot points that don’t really add to the story here and there. But the writing is good overall.
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