A review by hollyway
Three Daughters of Eve by Elif Shafak
challenging
mysterious
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Reading Around the World: Turkey 🇹🇷
The main theme of this book is uncertainty and the indecisiveness that can come with it, turning you into a spectator of your own life. This is an issue I deeply resonate with, however it is mostly concentrated into the God question, which is a subject I am simply not invested in. Don't get me wrong, I could see why it was important to Peri, and it was still interesting to follow her journey in this faith limbo, but it was just *interesting* rather than particularly impactful. Of course this is entirely subjective and I'm sure this book could really hit home for many people who have struggled with their idea of and relationship to God. For me though, this was still a compelling story with thought-provoking ideas. Thoroughly enjoyed and would recommend :)Â
The main theme of this book is uncertainty and the indecisiveness that can come with it, turning you into a spectator of your own life. This is an issue I deeply resonate with, however it is mostly concentrated into the God question, which is a subject I am simply not invested in. Don't get me wrong, I could see why it was important to Peri, and it was still interesting to follow her journey in this faith limbo, but it was just *interesting* rather than particularly impactful. Of course this is entirely subjective and I'm sure this book could really hit home for many people who have struggled with their idea of and relationship to God. For me though, this was still a compelling story with thought-provoking ideas. Thoroughly enjoyed and would recommend :)Â
Content Warnings
Moderate: Sexual assault and Suicide attempt