The Fugitives by Jamal Mahjoub

The Fugitives

Jamal Mahjoub

336 pages first pub 2020 (editions)

fiction literary politics reflective slow-paced

Description

The Kamanga Kings, a Khartoum jazz band of yesteryear, is presented with the opportunity of a lifetime when a surprise letter arrives inviting them to perform in Washington, D.C. The only problem is . . . the band no longer exists.Rushdy is a disa...

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Community Reviews Summary of 17 reviews

Moods

adventurous 80%
hopeful 80%
emotional 30%
inspiring 30%
lighthearted 30%
funny 10%
reflective 10%
sad 10%
tense 10%

Pace

medium 60%
fast 40%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 80% | Character: 10% | Plot: 10%

Strong character development?

Yes: 80% | It's complicated: 20%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 100%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 55% | No: 33% | It's complicated: 11%

Average rating

3.71

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