310 pages • first pub 2010 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780753828113
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Phoenix
Publication date: 02 February 2012
Description
Set in 1950s Sudan, Lyrics Alley is the story of the powerful and sprawling Abuzeid dynasty. With Mahmoud Bey at its helm, the family can do no wrong. But when Mahmoud’s son, Nur – the brilliant, charming heir to his business empire – suffers a ne...
Community Reviews Summary of 99 reviews
Moods
challenging 45%
reflective 45%
hopeful 36%
informative 27%
sad 27%
lighthearted 9%
Pace
slow 30%
fast 10%
Plot- or character-driven?
Character: 85% | A mix: 14%Strong character development?
Yes: 66% | It's complicated: 33%Loveable characters?
It's complicated: 62% | Yes: 25% | No: 12%Diverse cast of characters?
Yes: 100%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 75% | It's complicated: 25%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Child abuse, Domestic abuse, MiscarriageModerate
Alcoholism
310 pages • first pub 2010 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780753828113
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Phoenix
Publication date: 02 February 2012
Description
Set in 1950s Sudan, Lyrics Alley is the story of the powerful and sprawling Abuzeid dynasty. With Mahmoud Bey at its helm, the family can do no wrong. But when Mahmoud’s son, Nur – the brilliant, charming heir to his business empire – suffers a ne...
Community Reviews Summary of 99 reviews
Moods
challenging 45%
reflective 45%
hopeful 36%
informative 27%
sad 27%
lighthearted 9%
Pace
slow 30%
fast 10%
Plot- or character-driven?
Character: 85% | A mix: 14%Strong character development?
Yes: 66% | It's complicated: 33%Loveable characters?
It's complicated: 62% | Yes: 25% | No: 12%Diverse cast of characters?
Yes: 100%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 75% | It's complicated: 25%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Child abuse, Domestic abuse, MiscarriageModerate
Alcoholism