A review by jimena_murray
The Island of Missing Trees by Elif Shafak

emotional hopeful informative reflective sad slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

5.0

heart achingly beautiful. a raw story i don’t think i am capable of summarizing with justice. topics of generational trauma, mental health, history, grief, past and present, all intertwined. 

it is important to note that this is not a plot heavy book with a linear sequence of events. i actually almost did not finish it. but i am so glad i did. trust me and trust the process. it is worth it. 
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