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A review by leahb88
Bolla by Pajtim Statovci
dark
emotional
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
The writing in this book was so gorgeous I underlined so many good quotes. I love reading from an unlikeable main character and Arsim takes the cake he was truly cruel. It was like following him throughout his life and watching the destruction unfold behind him. It was so interesting how he tied it to mythology. I was slightly confused about it at the beginning but it all made sense by the end. The way that this book ended was so heartbreaking but so perfect. DEFINITELY check the TW.
Graphic: Body shaming, Child abuse, Domestic abuse, Fatphobia, Genocide, Homophobia, Mental illness, Pedophilia, Rape, Suicidal thoughts, Toxic relationship, Violence, Forced institutionalization, and War