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A review by sarahyjackson
Behind You Is the Sea by Susan Muaddi Darraj
dark
emotional
hopeful
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
Really enjoyed the spectrum of experiences and folks — no group is a monolith!
The American police are depicted positively which I found confusing and inconsistent with what I understand to be true of the relationship between that institution and the IDF (also depicted).
Graphic: Child abuse, Death, Domestic abuse, Eating disorder, Gun violence, Dementia, and Suicide attempt
Moderate: Body shaming, Racism, Sexual content, Xenophobia, and Classism
Minor: Sexual assault