rusty_grapes's review
emotional
informative
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.75
THIS BOOK MADE ME SOB. PLEASE READ AT YOUR OWN RISK.
Content Warnings
Minor: Grief, War, and Injury/Injury detail
ksuazo94's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
reflective
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? N/A
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
Content Warnings
Minor: War, Grief, Violence, and Religious bigotry
ninahuynh's review against another edition
emotional
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
Great imagery and powerful words. The story is a sad and unfortunate one, and Housseini really knows how to capture and utilize empathy to convey such strong emotions.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child death, Death, Grief, and War
escapinginpaper's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
sad
medium-paced
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child death, Death, and Grief
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