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The Shadow King
by Maaza Mengiste
The Shadow King by Maaza Mengiste is a gripping portrayal of Mussolini's 1935 invasion of Ethiopia. In this vivid novel, Mengiste explored the role of the women soldiers who were left out of this historical record. Hirut is our main character and she is fierce and brilliant.
I am so glad I read The Shadow King! One of the things I love the most about reading is the fact that I am constantly learning. I knew very little about Mussolini's invasion of Ethiopia so reading this novel was a great history lesson.
I am so glad I read The Shadow King! One of the things I love the most about reading is the fact that I am constantly learning. I knew very little about Mussolini's invasion of Ethiopia so reading this novel was a great history lesson.