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avid_reader_sf_and_f 's review for:
The River Has Roots
by Amal El-Mohtar
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
reflective
sad
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
Amal El-Mohtar makes language into art. This novella was absolutely beautiful to listen to. The stories (as there are two included) were wonderfully told, in rich prose. My only complaint is that both stories were a bit dark and a tad melancholic and bittersweet.
Overall, I loved the magical "grammar" system of the first story and the "pound of flesh" from the second. I'm frankly amazed at the author's ability to wrap up such intensity in such a small novella sized package. I'd recommend the audiobook for any lover of a fantastic fairytale.
Overall, I loved the magical "grammar" system of the first story and the "pound of flesh" from the second. I'm frankly amazed at the author's ability to wrap up such intensity in such a small novella sized package. I'd recommend the audiobook for any lover of a fantastic fairytale.