Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Death, Police brutality, Child abuseModerate
Miscarriage, Sexism, Sexual assaultMinor
Animal death, Rape, Suicidal thoughtsCommunity Reviews
Summary of 105 reviews
Moods
emotional 64%
dark 57%
reflective 57%
sad 57%
informative 42%
tense 35%
inspiring 28%
adventurous 21%
hopeful 14%
Pace
fast 15%
slow 7%
Plot- or character-driven?
A mix: 53% | Character: 46%Strong character development?
Yes: 92% | It's complicated: 7%Loveable characters?
Yes: 53% | It's complicated: 38% | No: 7%Diverse cast of characters?
Yes: 69% | It's complicated: 15% | N/A: 7% | No: 7%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 60% | It's complicated: 40%Average rating
338 pages | first published 2013
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ISBN/UID: 9781471115288
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
Publisher: Simon & Schuster
Publication date: Not specified
Description
The eagerly awaited new novel from the author of the acclaimed Orange-longlisted Black Mamba Boy. It is 1988 and Hargeisa waits. Whispers of revolution travel on the dry winds but still the dictatorship remains secure. Soon, and through the eyes o...Book Information
338 pages | first published 2013
The StoryGraph is an affiliate of the featured links. We earn commission on any purchases made.
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ISBN/UID: 9781471115288
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
Publisher: Simon & Schuster
Publication date: Not specified
Description
The eagerly awaited new novel from the author of the acclaimed Orange-longlisted Black Mamba Boy. It is 1988 and Hargeisa waits. Whispers of revolution travel on the dry winds but still the dictatorship remains secure. Soon, and through the eyes o...Book information
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Death, Police brutality, Child abuseModerate
Miscarriage, Sexism, Sexual assaultMinor
Animal death, Rape, Suicidal thoughtsCommunity Reviews
Summary of 105 reviews
Moods
emotional 64%
dark 57%
reflective 57%
sad 57%
informative 42%
tense 35%
inspiring 28%
adventurous 21%
hopeful 14%
Pace
fast 15%
slow 7%
Plot- or character-driven?
A mix: 53% | Character: 46%Strong character development?
Yes: 92% | It's complicated: 7%Loveable characters?
Yes: 53% | It's complicated: 38% | No: 7%Diverse cast of characters?
Yes: 69% | It's complicated: 15% | N/A: 7% | No: 7%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 60% | It's complicated: 40%Average rating