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Story summary
- The novel Palaver by Washington follows a mother and her son as they seek home.
- The mother navigates Tokyo while reflecting on a Caribbean past and on her brother.
- The narrative structure mirrors their powerlessness and disorientation throughout the journey.
- Critics describe the progression toward mutual understanding as predictable and the dialogue simplistic.
- The story emphasizes the ongoing struggle for connection and identity amid upheaval.
