Boys Don't Cry by Fíona Scarlett

Boys Don't Cry

Fíona Scarlett

238 pages • first pub 2021 (editions)

fiction contemporary literary emotional reflective sad medium-paced

Description

Set in the heart of working-class Dublin, Scarlett's probing, deeply moving dissection of toxic masculinity and the legacy of family violence finds plenty of humour amidst the struggles of its brilliantly drawn protagonists.

Community Reviews Summary of 546 reviews

Moods

emotional 95%
sad 89%
reflective 46%
dark 28%
challenging 26%
hopeful 18%
tense 17%
funny 12%
inspiring 11%
adventurous 1%
lighthearted 1%
relaxing 1%

Pace

medium 49%
fast 43%
slow 6%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 56% | A mix: 36% | Plot: 6%

Strong character development?

Yes: 60% | It's complicated: 27% | No: 12%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 84% | It's complicated: 12% | No: 2%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 71% | It's complicated: 11% | Yes: 11% | N/A: 5%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 46% | It's complicated: 33% | No: 17% | N/A: 2%

Average rating

4.31

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