A review by diannastarr
Blackbird by Michael Fiegel

challenging dark funny reflective tense fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.25

I picked up Blackbird on a whim because the premise seemed interesting, and upon reading it I found myself hooked.  The writing style isn't flowery or delicate by any means; it is blunt, rough, to the point, and rather nihilistic in tone - very much like the two main character's themselves: Edison North and Christian.  The character's voices are strong and definitely seep through the pages, but while the stylistic choice is abrasive, Fiegel makes it work.  The character's are neither good or bad, merely many different shades of grey woven together by circumstance and their experiences, and their journey's were fascinating to follow.  It was definitely an entertaining read, and I will probably pick it up again the future.