A review by nias90
Close to Home by Michael Magee

emotional reflective sad medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? N/A
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.5

I think initially from the blurb I was expecting this book to be more about Sean & Anthony relationship although that is one of the main themes I wasn’t expecting the story from Sean’s point of view/life as much. 

I enjoyed it but wasn’t enchanted by it. I felt like i was waiting for it to get going? For something to happen? I do get the theme was the character development and I did enjoy that but there were parts I was waiting for it to be explored more. 

I liked the ended when he hugged his brother and the themes on masculinity etc It just didn’t live up to the reviews I’d read about it.