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A review by mekowaletti
A Woman Is No Man by Etaf Rum
challenging
emotional
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
Told from multiple generations about the personal trauma that flows through decisions made by those not thinking about individual impact. Just deep and raw and I loved the alternation from mother to daughter. You can't help but feel deeply for these characters and know that all decisions were based on what they thought was best.
Graphic: Domestic abuse, Genocide, Misogyny, Sexism, Toxic relationship, and Xenophobia
Moderate: Alcoholism, Sexual assault, Suicide, Pregnancy, and Alcohol