annahollamby 's review for:

The Centre by Ayesha Manazir Siddiqi

3.0

funny mysterious reflective tense slow-paced

Plot or Character Driven: A mix

Strong character development: No

Loveable characters: Complicated

Diverse cast of characters: Yes

Flaws of characters a main focus: Complicated

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this book had an interesting premise, but, ultimately, i feel like it was trying to do too much - which meant that the ending felt half-baked, and unsatisfying. also, i don't think anisa really did any reflection on her own internalised biases, despite these being specifically highlighted and called out when demonstrated by other characters, so she just came off as self-righteous in the end. and so many details were scattered throughout, without receiving any explanation, meaning that they all seemed massively unnecessary. ngl, i was disappointed by the end :/