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A review by annescorner
The Map of Salt and Stars by Zeyn Joukhadar
adventurous
challenging
emotional
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
4.5
Emotional. Challenging. Adventurous.
The combination, intertwining and intertextuality of Rawiya's and Nour's stories - their journeys - was breath-taking and intense. Reading this book in 2021 knowing what has happened at the time the book is set, was heart-wrenching and eye-opening at the same time. The aspect I liked the most is the way Nour's synaesthesia made the story what it is - giving it its own unique colour.
The combination, intertwining and intertextuality of Rawiya's and Nour's stories - their journeys - was breath-taking and intense. Reading this book in 2021 knowing what has happened at the time the book is set, was heart-wrenching and eye-opening at the same time. The aspect I liked the most is the way Nour's synaesthesia made the story what it is - giving it its own unique colour.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Violence, Death of parent, Death, Grief, and Blood
Moderate: Rape