dominic's review
dark
funny
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
At first I thought the Scots prose might be difficult to understand, and would hinder my enjoyment of the story. However, that fear was shortlived. Once I had looked up a few of the most common words, I found it pretty easy to get my head around. You just need to read it in a Glasgow accent. And the narrative is compelling throughout, capturing the tragedy, brutality and reality of life as a youth in the schemes.
Strongly recommended, if ya dinnae mind a wee bit o language n violence.
Strongly recommended, if ya dinnae mind a wee bit o language n violence.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Violence, Alcohol, Cursing, Drug use, Injury/Injury detail, Mental illness, and Suicide
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