A review by mairivoice
10 Minutes 38 Seconds in This Strange World by Elif Shafak

4.0

A very moving and emotional book. Interestingly set in Istanbul, about people who live on the outside, who do not fit the norms of society, through choice, but mostly because they do not fit into a normalised world and are shunned for their difference. The author's choice to use the last 10 minutes and 38 seconds of Leila's life to tell the story of her life was an inspirational touch. While Leila and her 5 friends are victimised in so many ways, this is a story of resilience, and of friendships. Highly recommended.