A review by jkwriting24
The Enlightenment of the Greengage Tree by Shokoofeh Azar

challenging dark emotional reflective tense slow-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? No

5.0

I did t know what to expect with this book. I’m not a huge fan of magical realism, so I was skeptical about whether or not I would enjoy it. The wording was poetically beautiful. The elements of fantasy were explained in a satisfying way at the ending. I was attached to the characters and felt the emotional turmoil they felt. I won’t say that it’s a perfect book for everyone, as it is quite heavy I the subject matter, but I thought it was absolutely beautiful.