Fairytales for Lost Children by Diriye Osman

Fairytales for Lost Children

Diriye Osman

156 pages • first pub 2013 (editions)

fiction lgbtqia+ short stories emotional slow-paced

Description

Fairytales For Lost Children is narrated by people constantly on the verge of self-revelation. These characters - young, gay and lesbian Somalis - must navigate the complexities of family, identity and the immigrant experience as they tumble towar...

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Community Reviews Summary of 79 reviews

Moods

reflective 100%
emotional 80%
challenging 40%
sad 40%
dark 20%
hopeful 20%
inspiring 20%
tense 20%
funny 10%

Pace

medium 54%
fast 27%
slow 18%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 71% | A mix: 28%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 66% | N/A: 33%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 57% | Yes: 42%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 85% | N/A: 14%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 66% | It's complicated: 33%

Average rating

4.24

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