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A review by caseythereader
The Coin by Yasmin Zaher
challenging
dark
funny
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
Thanks to Catapult for the free copy of this book.
- I have no idea what to make of THE COIN, but I am pretty sure I loved it, if that makes sense.
- Our unnamed narrator belongs to the grand tradition of Rich Women Falling Apart, but here we have the added layer of her being a Palestinian woman living off family money in New York. The emotional, social, and historical complexity of this identity are clear in her muddled and often terrible actions.
- I really liked the concept of the coin in this story. I am certain many readers won’t, as its intended meaning is almost totally opaque. But I kind of love that: everyone can read something different into it.
- I have no idea what to make of THE COIN, but I am pretty sure I loved it, if that makes sense.
- Our unnamed narrator belongs to the grand tradition of Rich Women Falling Apart, but here we have the added layer of her being a Palestinian woman living off family money in New York. The emotional, social, and historical complexity of this identity are clear in her muddled and often terrible actions.
- I really liked the concept of the coin in this story. I am certain many readers won’t, as its intended meaning is almost totally opaque. But I kind of love that: everyone can read something different into it.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Animal death, Cursing, Sexual content, and Suicidal thoughts
Moderate: Genocide and Colonisation
Minor: Fatphobia and Fire/Fire injury