The first book I read for a reading club in Berlin, very exciting experience!
During the reading process I was fascinated by some writing style choices, but found the entire story progress a little slow or frustrating. I was not really sure what the book was about until the end, but it was still not bad to read.

Only later, after reflecting, did I appreciate the story and the writing style more. I then watched an interview with the author and understood and valued some writing style choices even more. I like the part biography aspect of it.

In the book club discussion, I was faced with more questions. Why did we have major time gaps without explanation, why was the inner monologue stronger in some and weaker in other parts? Is this intentional or accidental. For me, I did not mind these gaps, I just made up reasons for myself. And being questioned on them, made me enjoy the book even more.

I thought of taking one star for the priviliged and less reflected perspective, but at this point I think it was on purpose. The book represents a rich Pakistani family and their ignorance towards the struggles of less affluent people. Every reader should be aware of that. But I think it added to the authenticity of the book. And I will go on to find more intersectional books on Pakistan.