The Innocence of the Devil by Nawal El Saadawi, Sherif Hetata

The Innocence of the Devil

Nawal El Saadawi, Sherif Hetata

280 pages first pub 1992 (editions)

fiction feminism challenging reflective slow-paced

Description

Nawal El Saadawi's books are known for their powerful denunciation of patriarchy in its many forms: social, political, and religious. Set in an insane asylum, The Innocence of the Devil is a complex and chilling novel that recasts the relationship...

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Moods

challenging 100%
dark 100%
emotional 100%
mysterious 100%
tense 100%

Pace

slow 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%

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3.9

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