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A review by plantainicus
Martyr! by Kaveh Akbar
emotional
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
I love me a book that can take me to places I've never been. My experiences of Iran have unfortunately mostly been limited to random google maps binges and a childhood filled with Fox News in the background blaring warnings of their nuclear program so l absolutely loved getting to know all of these characters and hear their stories.
Graphic: Addiction, Alcoholism, Terminal illness, Grief, and Alcohol
Moderate: Death, Drug use, Racism, Suicidal thoughts, Religious bigotry, and Death of parent
Minor: Homophobia, Racial slurs, and Abandonment