69 pages 2 hours read

Elif Shafak

The Island of Missing Trees

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2021

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Reviews & Readership

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Elif Shafak's The Island of Missing Trees notably explores themes of love, loss, and identity through the lens of historical and cultural contexts. Positive reviews highlight Shafak's vivid storytelling and character depth. However, some critics find the symbolic elements heavy-handed and the pacing uneven. Overall, it is praised for its emotional resonance and lyrical prose.

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Who Should Read The Island of Missing Trees?

The ideal reader for The Island of Missing Trees by Elif Shafak enjoys intricately woven narratives that blend historical fiction with contemporary issues. Fans of books like The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah and The Book Thief by Markus Zusak will appreciate the poetic prose and emotional depth in Shafak's storytelling.

Recommended

Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Genre
Historical Fiction
Magical Realism
Fantasy
Topics
Addiction / Substance Abuse
Food
Trauma / Abuse / Violence
Themes
Emotions/Behavior: Grief
Emotions/Behavior: Love
Emotions/Behavior: Memory