The design and UX isn't done, Rob and Abbie, okkurrrr! 😌
emziesreads's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
mysterious
reflective
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.75
I'm glad that the Booker longlisting of Pearl brought this Ali Smith-like meditation of the longlasting impact of grief. It's not the first book about an absent mother but it is one of the better ones. That being said, I'm not convinced that it is 1 of the 13 best books this year.
Moderate: Abandonment and Death of parent
Minor: Toxic friendship, Blood, Injury/Injury detail, and Panic attacks/disorders
abbyeck's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
mysterious
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
Graphic: Injury/Injury detail, Abandonment, and Death of parent
Moderate: Self harm, Eating disorder, Suicidal thoughts, Child death, and Schizophrenia/Psychosis
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