A review by fieldgirl7
The Two Lives of Lydia Bird by Josie Silver

emotional reflective 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? No

2.0

This book was twice as long as it needed to be. It was mostly an inner monologue about grief. Very little takes place outside the MC emotions and thoughts. I was disappointed in this effort that got bogged down, as Silver's One Day in December is lovely and also deals with grief. Sadly the premise is barried under as well, because I think it could have been interesting but it's not explored or given any real weight right from the get go. 

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