A review by alwroteabook
The Bastard of Istanbul by Elif Shafak

funny lighthearted reflective slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.0

I liked it well enough, but drifted in and out too often. Overusing some terms like "Dipsomaniac Cartoonist" got on my nerves at times. I will try another in the future though.