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gbmillar2002 's review for:
10 Minutes 38 Seconds in This Strange World
by Elif Shafak
adventurous
inspiring
mysterious
reflective
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
Shafak beuatifullly weaves narratives and prose to create Tequila Lelia’s story. This is a story that blends her experience of death and her life, whilst also exploiting the affects on her found family. The plot, characters and word choice is excellent, however i the reason why I have not given this novel 5 stars is because strong emotion was not evoked eg sadness, happiness etc.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child abuse, Pedophilia, Sexual assault
Moderate: Ableism, Self harm, Transphobia, Xenophobia, Schizophrenia/Psychosis
Minor: Child death, Mental illness, Trafficking, Death of parent, Alcohol