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Minor Detail

Adania Shibli, Transl. Elisabeth Jaquette
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Minor Detail

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2020

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Adania Shibli, Transl. Elisabeth Jaquette

Minor Detail

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2020
Book Details
Pages

144

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Negev Desert • 1940s

Publication Year

2020

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Minor Detail by Adania Shibli, translated by Elisabeth Jaquette, follows two narratives: a 1949 incident involving a Bedouin girl and Israeli soldiers, and a contemporary woman investigating the case. The novel explores themes of memory, violence, and identity through its intertwining stories.

Reviews & Readership

4.3

27,678 ratings

84%

Loved it

12%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Minor Detail by Adania Shibli, translated by Elisabeth Jaquette, is lauded for its evocative narrative and haunting prose. Critics praise its powerful, minimalist storytelling and its poignant exploration of memory and trauma. However, some find its pacing slow and structure challenging. This thought-provoking novel offers a unique and compelling perspective.

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Who Should Read Minor Detail?

Readers who appreciate Minor Detail by Adania Shibli, translated by Elisabeth Jaquette, will likely enjoy poignant, politically charged narratives with lyrical prose. Fans of Persepolis by Marjane Satrapi and The Sympathizer by Viet Thanh Nguyen may find this book compelling for its intricate storytelling and exploration of identity and conflict.

4.3

27,678 ratings

84%

Loved it

12%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

144

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Negev Desert • 1940s

Publication Year

2020

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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