A review by perlaalva3
The Shadow King by Maaza Mengiste

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

3.5

It’s a book that highlights a particular historical moment that we don’t know or learn too much about in the west. That being said I found the short sentences and exchanges off putting and the arch between characters unconvincing. 
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