A review by kjodice
Kitchens of the Great Midwest by J. Ryan Stradal

emotional funny lighthearted reflective medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

3.75

Wasn't quite sure what the objective of all the seemingly random stories were at the beginning, but the way they end up weaving together was so fun & I really enjoyed it! the central theme of food & community was lovely. however the pacing was a little off for me and some of the characters' stories struggled to keep my interest. I loved the ending, heartbreaking but thoughtful & beautiful - a satisfying conclusion