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speterson47's review
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
3.5
Graphic: Child death, Hate crime, Violence, and Islamophobia
Moderate: Toxic relationship, Police brutality, Gaslighting, and Injury/Injury detail
gabbyjc's review
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
4.25
My main critic is that the story was a bit predictable. Early on, I could see what the twist would be and once I got confirmation, it was kind of hard to get through. But the writing is impeccable.
Graphic: Hate crime, Misogyny, Racism, Xenophobia, Antisemitism, Kidnapping, Grief, Religious bigotry, and Murder
Minor: Toxic relationship, Blood, and Police brutality
corriejn's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
4.75
Graphic: Child death, Hate crime, Racial slurs, Racism, Toxic relationship, Xenophobia, Islamophobia, Grief, Religious bigotry, Murder, Toxic friendship, and Classism
Moderate: Violence, Police brutality, Stalking, and Gaslighting
Minor: Drug use, Antisemitism, and Injury/Injury detail
bloomingdruid's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
Powerful. Emotional. Raw. This book tore my heart out, in the best way. It was like a kick in the gut. But one I think every white person needs. A heart-wrenching and heavy story on the state of our world. Of bigotry. Of injustice. Of blind hate. But also, of friendship, love, family, faith, and a dash of hope. Samira Ahmed, you are an incredible story teller. Thank you for sharing Jawads story. Thank you for sharing the truth of discrimination in our country. I think this story is going to stay with me for a long time.
Graphic: Racism and Islamophobia
Moderate: Hate crime, Racial slurs, Violence, Xenophobia, Police brutality, Religious bigotry, and Murder
Minor: Sexism