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A review by birchcanread
Things Don't Break on Their Own by Sarah Easter Collins
4.0
**Pick this up if you like:** Chilling domestic thrillers, family dramas, mysteries with satisfying conclusions, and explorations of sisterly bonds and queerness.
"Things Don't Break on Their Own" by Sarah Easter Collins centers around Willa, whose life has been shaped by the mysterious disappearance of her younger sister, Laika, twenty-five years ago. While everyone else believes Laika is dead, Willa knows otherwise. The sisters share a unique bond, and Willa is determined to uncover what happened to Laika.
Collins expertly weaves between past and present, delving into the complex relationship between Willa and Robyn, their family dynamics, Willa’s struggle with her sexual orientation, and the secrets hidden within their family. Willa's relentless pursuit of the truth about Laika is both heart-wrenching and captivating.
From the beginning, the book maintains an eerie, mysterious tone, keeping readers anxious about Laika's fate.
This story starts a bit slow, so it's important to understand that this is a **chill domestic thriller** rather than a fast-paced, edge-of-your-seat read. However, it's a thoroughly developed, authentically written family drama and mystery that explores themes of sisterly bonds, marital issues, sexual exploration, and the psychological impact of grief. The narrative is compelling, making it difficult to put down once you're invested.
It's more accurately a fast-paced family drama with a well-crafted plot. The main story is told through backstory about how Willa and Robyn met and how Laika's disappearance affected everyone involved. At under 300 pages, it’s perfectly paced for the story it tells.
While the ending may feel a bit sentimental, by that time, you're so engaged with the characters and their stories that it doesn't detract from the overall experience. This book was different from what I expected based on the official synopsis, but it positively surpassed my expectations. A strong 4 stars from me, and I look forward to reading more from this author in the future.
"Things Don't Break on Their Own" by Sarah Easter Collins centers around Willa, whose life has been shaped by the mysterious disappearance of her younger sister, Laika, twenty-five years ago. While everyone else believes Laika is dead, Willa knows otherwise. The sisters share a unique bond, and Willa is determined to uncover what happened to Laika.
Collins expertly weaves between past and present, delving into the complex relationship between Willa and Robyn, their family dynamics, Willa’s struggle with her sexual orientation, and the secrets hidden within their family. Willa's relentless pursuit of the truth about Laika is both heart-wrenching and captivating.
From the beginning, the book maintains an eerie, mysterious tone, keeping readers anxious about Laika's fate.
This story starts a bit slow, so it's important to understand that this is a **chill domestic thriller** rather than a fast-paced, edge-of-your-seat read. However, it's a thoroughly developed, authentically written family drama and mystery that explores themes of sisterly bonds, marital issues, sexual exploration, and the psychological impact of grief. The narrative is compelling, making it difficult to put down once you're invested.
It's more accurately a fast-paced family drama with a well-crafted plot. The main story is told through backstory about how Willa and Robyn met and how Laika's disappearance affected everyone involved. At under 300 pages, it’s perfectly paced for the story it tells.
While the ending may feel a bit sentimental, by that time, you're so engaged with the characters and their stories that it doesn't detract from the overall experience. This book was different from what I expected based on the official synopsis, but it positively surpassed my expectations. A strong 4 stars from me, and I look forward to reading more from this author in the future.