drank's review
4.0
Wasn’t sure I liked this book but as I got into it started to enjoy it. Finally got vested in the narrator and main character. It was interesting reading about a dysfunctional family from a child’s point of view.
jhallett's review
emotional
funny
hopeful
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
cyaos's review
emotional
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.0
michellekmartin's review
3.0
I was so excited for this one and I only wish I had more time to get immersed in the story. I only had small bits of time to read this one so I felt like I couldn't get as in to it as I normally would. That being said, I think this book perfectly captured the experience as a young child of divorce. I found so many relatable moments as a child of divorce and was especially happy to see the subtle moments where Nenny reflects on what it means to have two homes.
desirosie's review
5.0
Wow. I started off moderately skeptical that this book would be anything but “perfectly fine, though nothing special.” But the story, and the quality of the narration, builds and builds and there are some events that are both shocking and quietly profound that, by the end, I was really moved by the whole experience. 4.5 stars.
aaafton's review
emotional
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
dchristiok's review
5.0
There are some really great moments in here. The people, the descriptions, even when the author seems to wander off topic, are sizzling.
3smallsalsmum's review against another edition
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
2.5
shelleyann01's review
4.0
This book is written as vignettes, didn't think I'd like that but Nenny was just so damn loveable and relatable. The book does an amazing job capturing the time period and the experience of being a child of a broken home. I felt so connected to the characters and invested in this tale, and the writing was beautiful.
amymorgan's review
3.0
I loved the idea of this book being from and currently having a blended family but there was a major disconnect for me from the first half to the second half of the book. A quick enjoyable read but not a story that is unforgettable.