A review by suvissiin
Kissani Jugoslavia by Pajtim Statovci

dark emotional reflective fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.5

Loved it! The mix of the surrealistic, almost manic life of Bekim mixed with the story of his mother finding her father and leaving Jugoslavia as refugees let me feel the whole range of emotions. Reading about refugees and lgbtqia+ characters in this day and age hits home even more than usual, and there are so many intense topics and emotions I couldn’t decide should I put the book down or could I even let go. The way Statovci describes the environment and feelings in the book is so vivid and familiar that I’m wholly immersed and loving it every single second. Can’t wait to read more from him <3

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