A review by donaldleitch
Spring by Ali Smith

challenging emotional funny informative reflective medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.5

Smith's third seasonal book, Spring, continues with social and political commentary on today's world (Brexit, Trump, etc) wrapped in metaphors related pop culture, history, art and classic literature. This novel challenges popular concepts of borders and refugees and identifies historic colonization within the UK (Gaels) utilizing the clever word play that the reader expects of Smith.
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