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A review by qomareads
The Gypsy Goddess by Meena Kandasamy
5.0
A tough and challenging read, but worth tackling. It is based on a massacre that took place in Kilvenmani where 44 people were brutally massacred, burnt to death, which makes this book difficult to read.
The unconventional writing, an unreliable narrator, and repetition can be frustrating and confusing for most readers. But give it time, and just let the author play with your mind. A lot of phrases and untranslated words from Tamil, but it was fun this way, I guess. I’ve read a few books regarding castes in India, especially in the rural parts, and it did help a lot in my understanding regarding the issue the author wanted to raise.
I’ll come back with a proper review.
The unconventional writing, an unreliable narrator, and repetition can be frustrating and confusing for most readers. But give it time, and just let the author play with your mind. A lot of phrases and untranslated words from Tamil, but it was fun this way, I guess. I’ve read a few books regarding castes in India, especially in the rural parts, and it did help a lot in my understanding regarding the issue the author wanted to raise.
I’ll come back with a proper review.