A review by batekillman
The Island of Missing Trees by Elif Shafak

emotional informative reflective medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.5

Poignant personal stories of unimaginable strife (though fictional, based very closely on real life experiences), layered with beautiful lore and incredibly interesting factoids about the flora and fauna of the world. 
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