zahrahm's review
hopeful
reflective
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? Yes
4.5
Reading this in Ramadan was an interesting experience. SK Ali brings forward many very real internal struggles Muslims struggle with on a daily basis and makes you consider why those feelings are there and how you react to the character’s struggles feels indicative of your own state. This book greatly benefits from a reflective reading. The descriptions of the two holy cities is beautiful, and many passages about Islam and wholesome Muslim representation brought tears to my eyes.
This book is real in a way that takes you along a journey of self discovery.
This book is real in a way that takes you along a journey of self discovery.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Mental illness, Toxic friendship, and Panic attacks/disorders
Moderate: Chronic illness
violet_primroses's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
Note: this review is spoiler free, but the book is not. It has major spoilers for Misfit in Love, Love From A to Z, and The Eid Gift. Also please look into the trigger warnings.
Ok so at first it was kinda disappointing, I was expecting so much and it was giving…
Until it did. I loved seeing the characters grow and learn from their mistakes. I loved seeing them own up for their flaws. They acted like real, messy, people.
I also loved how this was more Islamic fiction than Love From A to Z. It’s not everyone’s cup of tea, but it certainly is mine. I honestly should have taken greater advantage of kindle notes and highlights.
Most of all, I love Bertha Fatima. The cat was my favorite character.
Ok so at first it was kinda disappointing, I was expecting so much and it was giving…
Until it did. I loved seeing the characters grow and learn from their mistakes. I loved seeing them own up for their flaws. They acted like real, messy, people.
I also loved how this was more Islamic fiction than Love From A to Z. It’s not everyone’s cup of tea, but it certainly is mine. I honestly should have taken greater advantage of kindle notes and highlights.
Most of all, I love Bertha Fatima. The cat was my favorite character.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Chronic illness, Vomit, Antisemitism, and Death of parent
Minor: Gaslighting and Toxic friendship
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