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A review by sarah_reading_party
Lenny Marks Gets Away With Murder by Kerryn Mayne
emotional
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
reflective
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? It's complicated
5.0
I adored Lenny Marks Gets Away with Murder, a book written by Kerryn Mayne. I listened to the audiobook, which was narrated by Annie Maynard. I loved Lenny so, so much and was rooting for her throughout the entire novel. Upon looking at the cover and description for this novel, I was torn between thinking this was a thriller, a cozy mystery, or some sort of psychological novel. And in a sense, it is all of that... and none of that. This book is charming and engaging, funny and quirky, yet also pretty serious at times.
Lenny's life is turned upside down when she starts hearing from a parole board about her stepfather's impending release from prison. Memories from her childhood start coming back in bits and pieces, as trauma does, and as a result, she has choices to make and growth to pursue as she heals. She is so endearing and lovable as we learn more about her life, her relationships, and her habits. At times, the book is a bit slow but the quirky elements of Lenny's personality add a fun dimension to this book.
Though much of this book was about memories and the past, there are some very real twists and turns that happen as a result of present circumstances and Lenny's memories. And as you could expect, there is a murder! :)
I found this book to be engaging, heartwarming, and captivating. I wanted to keep listening to it long past my commute, run, or chore session. The narration was top notch, and only enhanced the listening experience.
Thank you to the author, publisher, and NetGalley for this audiobook. All opinions are my own.
Lenny's life is turned upside down when she starts hearing from a parole board about her stepfather's impending release from prison. Memories from her childhood start coming back in bits and pieces, as trauma does, and as a result, she has choices to make and growth to pursue as she heals. She is so endearing and lovable as we learn more about her life, her relationships, and her habits. At times, the book is a bit slow but the quirky elements of Lenny's personality add a fun dimension to this book.
Though much of this book was about memories and the past, there are some very real twists and turns that happen as a result of present circumstances and Lenny's memories. And as you could expect, there is a murder! :)
I found this book to be engaging, heartwarming, and captivating. I wanted to keep listening to it long past my commute, run, or chore session. The narration was top notch, and only enhanced the listening experience.
Thank you to the author, publisher, and NetGalley for this audiobook. All opinions are my own.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Child abuse, Child death, Domestic abuse, Violence, and Death of parent