A review by clmckinney
Glory by NoViolet Bulawayo

5.0

This is about the fictional account of the on-going corruption in a country. It is set in an orwellian kingdom of animals. I was really drawn to the political/personal parts of the story. I found the plot gripping. My criticism lies in the suspension of disbelief. I was able to imagine the animals. Where things went amok was the use of factual figures and events. They don't play into the animal premise. This felt incomplete for me. If you are going to tell a story a certain way, it must be all inclusive. The strength of the writing and the fascinating plot were enough for me. I think this story would have been strong without the animal element. I give this one a 4.2/5.