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A review by juliloops
Q & A by Vikas Swarup
challenging
dark
emotional
funny
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
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
3.75
Only short of 4 stars because of the consistent and frankly excessive demonization of queer men. Swarup’s homophobia cannot be excused by the novel’s early 2000s release date.
Graphic: Child abuse, Death, Domestic abuse, Emotional abuse, Misogyny, Physical abuse, Sexual assault, Sexual violence, and Murder
Moderate: Homophobia