54 pages • 1 hour read
Etaf RumEvil Eye: A Novel
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2023A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
In Evil Eye by Etaf Rum, Palestinian American Yara navigates the complexities of her work, marriage, and family life in North Carolina, facing cultural displacements, professional challenges, and familial pressures. Raised in Brooklyn by Palestinian immigrants, Yara confronts ancestral trauma and seeks to break free from societal expectations, ultimately finding empowerment and hope. The book contains depictions of domestic violence, emotional abuse, generational trauma, racism, mental health challenges, suicidal ideation, and anti-gay bias.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Etaf Rum's Evil Eye explores complex intergenerational trauma and the immigrant experience with depth and sensitivity. Reviewers commend Rum’s narrative for its emotional resonance and strong character development. However, some critique the pacing and occasional predictability. Overall, the novel is praised for its insightful portrayal of cultural conflicts and personal resilience.
Who Should Read Evil Eye?
Readers who enjoy Evil Eye by Etaf Rum are likely fans of intricately woven family sagas that delve into cultural identity and female empowerment, akin to those found in Celeste Ng’s Little Fires Everywhere and Khaled Hosseini’s A Thousand Splendid Suns. Ideal for those who appreciate emotionally charged narratives and complex characters.