A review by kyra_pc
Dance of the Happy Shades: And Other Stories, by Alice Munro

challenging emotional reflective slow-paced

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

5.0

The stories in this collection are so subtle and mundane but deeply moving and really make you think about the small moments of revelation that we experience in everyday life. I especially enjoyed the last few stories that deal with illness, disability, old age and how this affects the family (I couldn’t stop thinking about “The Peace of Utrecht” for days). Munro has a knack for writing super interesting, complex and challenging female characters at every stage of life.