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A review by tariana
Mikaia by
dark
emotional
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
I am not giving 5 stars only because the book is short for its potential. It left me wondering about the healing process of Shaira and Simi. However, the story is amazing, literally breathtaking, very well written, a mix of prose and poetry like I haven’t seen for a longtime.
Graphic: Rape and Murder
Moderate: Abandonment
Minor: Child abuse, Death, Gun violence, Physical abuse, Racism, Suicidal thoughts, Violence, Vomit, Police brutality, Islamophobia, Grief, Religious bigotry, Death of parent, Pregnancy, Fire/Fire injury, Sexual harassment, Colonisation, and War