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).  

 

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Content Warnings

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