Bloodless. Not in the sanguinary sense, but in the fact that this book elicited not a single emotion.The topic was excellent, more books need to be written on this subject. And the writing itself, technically speaking, was fine. The author knows how to string sentences into paragraphs, and paragraphs into chapters, etc, quite decently. But reading this book was the strangest experience. Addison was describing horrific things, things that should have engendered very strong emotions, but somehow those scenes did absolutely nothing to make the reader feel a thing. I can't quite explain why, from a writing standpoint, but that was the clear effect (or lack thereof).As for the plot, it, too, was technically decent. All of the necessary scenes were present, in an acceptable order. But as the book proceeded, it did so in a way that suggested a plot outlined on a whiteboard in someone's office. (That image actually came to mind.) Plot point followed plot point followed plot point, but never once did the story seem to coalesce into more than the sum of its parts. Never once was it possible to submerge the self into the story and forget about the technical aspects of the writing. Very disappointing, and a wasted opportunity for such a crucial topic. Human trafficking from the east coast of the USA to Mubai, India, to Paris, France and back to NY. amazing story of one man's experience in trying to save a young girl from the horrors of the situation.There are interesting views of Indian culture and lawyer/judge cultures as well. There is a love plot also woven thru the trials. In the epilogue the author talks about what we can do to bring light to this situation, either by action or money. Excellent read.
What do You think about Güneşin Kızları (2011)?
Predictable outcome but enjoyed learning something about the human trafficking trade.
—Vengalil
Enthralling book and a bit of a tearjerker. Not for the faint of heart.
—Cindy
