A review by yooya15
Miramar by Naguib Mahfouz

dark emotional mysterious reflective slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? N/A
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.5

Mahfouz’s portrayal of raw emotion  and the way he manages to completely shift his writing style depending on the character speaking is incredible. I personally didn’t enjoy that the entire book contained the gross objectification of a young girl, even though it served a larger purpose in the narrative — it made me physically coil up with discomfort.
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