A review by mybooksarebetterthanyours
The Seven Moons of Maali Almeida by Shehan Karunatilaka

challenging dark inspiring reflective slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.5

I was convinced this book was going to get a 3. It’s difficult to get into and to understand what’s going on. I also wish there was more context on the Sri Lankan conflicts. However, the final chapters were tense  and poetic and made me enjoy it  more.