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A review by theanxiousbookworm
The Bastard of Istanbul by Elif Shafak
challenging
dark
emotional
funny
reflective
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
I enjoyed most if the book, but the ending, starting with the reveal of Asya's father ruined the story for me
Moderate: Genocide, Incest, Racism, Rape, and Sexism