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A review by jaybonesjackson
Shuggie Bain by Douglas Stuart
dark
hopeful
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Skilfully written, and beautiful in its descriptions of the daily tragedy of living in poverty in Scotland in the late 80s-early 90s. This book was as brilliant as it was haunting. A worthy Booker Prize winner.
Graphic: Alcoholism, Bullying, Rape, and Suicide attempt
Child neglect