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A review by stabilesero
10 Minutes 38 Seconds in this Strange World by Elif Shafak
dark
emotional
reflective
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
4.75
The balance Shafak managed to reach between being absolutely heart-wrenching and comforting... Is astounding. There is no comfort from the book plot and main themes (it is a very heavy, but must be spoken about kind of book), but Leila's friends and their commitment to her body and soul is breathtaking. I almost cried, and that says a lot.
Graphic: Child abuse, Death, Mental illness, Miscarriage, Misogyny, Pedophilia, Self harm, Sexual assault, Sexual violence, Police brutality, Religious bigotry, and Suicide attempt