A review by gbweaver
Kareem Between by Shifa Saltagi Safadi

emotional hopeful inspiring reflective fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.5

 3.5/5

Safadi constructs a memorable motif through her purposeful placement of text in this quick read.

I think this book would be an excellent text to use with students to discuss craft and characterization.

Kareem's inaction in the first half of the book is complex and could certainly challenge students in the act of perspective-taking.