45 pages 1 hour read

Kawai Strong Washburn

Sharks In The Time Of Saviors

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2020

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Before You Read

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In Sharks in the Time of Saviors by Kawai Strong Washburn, the Flores family from Hawaii places their hope in their youngest son, Nainoa, who possesses imperfect healing powers, leading to family dynamics marked by high expectations, sibling rivalry, and cultural conflicts as each member pursues their path amid Nainoa's struggles with his burden. The book includes themes of depression and substance use.

Reviews & Readership

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Sharks in the Time of Saviors by Kawai Strong Washburn has garnered praise for its lyrical prose and deep exploration of Hawaiian culture and mythology. Readers appreciate its rich, multi-generational narrative and well-developed characters. However, some find the plot meanders and the magical realism elements inconsistent. Overall, it's a compelling debut.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Sharks In The Time Of Saviors?

Readers who would enjoy Sharks in the Time of Saviors by Kawai Strong Washburn appreciate poignant family sagas with mystical elements. This novel is ideal for fans of Arundhati Roy's The God of Small Things and Gabriel García Márquez's One Hundred Years of Solitude, as it blends magical realism with deep emotional resonance.

RecommendedReading Age

18+years

Book Details

Genre

Magical Realism

Fairy Tale / Folklore

Modern Classic Fiction

Topics

Relationships

Themes

Relationships: Family

Values/Ideas: Religion & Spirituality

Relationships: Siblings