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A review by lareinadehades
The Crane Husband by Kelly Barnhill
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
2.0
I didn't enjoy it. I think it lacked nuance for the themes it tackles, or perhaps, we were given the wrong pov and no insight into her mother's mind at all. The ending is far too abrupt and we're left wondering about Michael.
Graphic: Child abuse, Domestic abuse, Emotional abuse, and Abandonment
Moderate: Sexual content and Toxic relationship