A review by inkpaws
Evil Eye by Etaf Rum

challenging

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

1.75

The writing style of this book was a chore to read. It's incredibly stilted and not in a way that is purposeful or a stylistic choice. It's unfortunate that Rum tried to cram almost every negative stereotype of our culture into these characters. The only bright spot is teta's rooftop.