I read Yasmin Zaher’s novel this weekend and was drawn in by its relatable themes of inheritance and designer handbags. The Coin delves deeply into the intricacies of identity through a young Palestinian woman in NYC.
While the protagonist grapples with teaching and secretly reselling luxury bags, Zaher uses cleanliness as a metaphor for control. We see defiance of labels through contradictions and experiences with trauma, fashion, education and self-discovery.
Although it wasn’t as deep as I hoped, The Coin was an honest and fun read. I wish it explored more subplots around characters like her brother and uncle. Fingers crossed Zaher revisits them in a sequel!
Head to the blog (link in bio) for my full analysis of The Coin’s examination of identity through thoughtful reflection. What books have you been reading lately?
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