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A review by kiarra_s
A Woman Is No Man by Etaf Rum
challenging
emotional
informative
reflective
sad
tense
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
4.25
This is an incredible story that everyone should read. The way the author showed the effects of Israeli occupation on Palestinians for generations is powerful! I also appreciated the feminist perspective from Arab women, but the storyline felt very repetitive.
Graphic: Alcoholism, Domestic abuse, Emotional abuse, and Misogyny
Moderate: Death of parent