The Last Illusion by Porochista Khakpour

The Last Illusion

Porochista Khakpour

336 pages first pub 2014 (editions)

fiction contemporary magical realism adventurous challenging reflective slow-paced

Description

n a rural Iranian village, Zal’s demented mother, horrified by the pallor of his skin and hair, becomes convinced she has given birth to a “White Demon.” She hides him in a birdcage and there he lives for the next decade. Unfamiliar with human ...

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Moods

challenging 100%
emotional 100%
adventurous 50%
dark 50%
reflective 50%
sad 50%
tense 50%

Pace

medium 100%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 100%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 100%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 100%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 100%

Average rating

3.22

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