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challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
What a good description of life in Afghanistan during wartime, from the perspective of a young girl. Parvana, along with other girls, are forced to dress and act like boys in order to help provide for their families. For Parvana, it's after her father is taken by the Taliban. The author does an excellent job at providing the feel of what the Taliban's rule was like for women and children who had to stay inside for months on end. The ending seemed abrupt, but I do understand the author's desire not to wrap everything up with a nice bow, given that Afghanistan's conflicts are still ongoing.
I would recommend this to some young readers, if they can handle the kid-perspective of violence, and I'd recommend that parents read with or at least discuss with their reader. It's heart-breaking that any kids have to experience the likes of what Parvana and her family experience, but reading books about it is a great way to build empathy and understanding of some of the realities that people face around the globe.
I would recommend this to some young readers, if they can handle the kid-perspective of violence, and I'd recommend that parents read with or at least discuss with their reader. It's heart-breaking that any kids have to experience the likes of what Parvana and her family experience, but reading books about it is a great way to build empathy and understanding of some of the realities that people face around the globe.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Violence, Blood, Grief, War
Minor: Sexual harassment
challenging
dark
emotional
informative
reflective
sad
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child death, Death, Misogyny, Sexism, Violence, Police brutality, Religious bigotry, Sexual harassment
Moderate: Mental illness