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A review by sakisreads
The Seven Moons of Maali Almeida by Shehan Karunatilaka
adventurous
challenging
dark
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
My friend lent me her copy and I was so puzzled by the concept initially 😳 I knew nothing about Sri Lanka and it’s political landscape so this was a perfect insight into it!
The language was easy throughout, although the content was not. It was thrilling to follow Maali along his ‘death’ 🙊
I think I’d like to understand Sri Lankan politics slightly better too! 4 out of 5 stars for me, thank you ✨
Content warnings are below 🥹
Graphic: Body horror, Bullying, Cursing, Death, Emotional abuse, Gore, Homophobia, Physical abuse, Blood, Grief, Death of parent, Colonisation, War, Injury/Injury detail, and Classism