A review by ashattackkk
The First Day of Spring by Nancy Tucker

challenging dark sad tense slow-paced

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

4.0

I don’t think I’ve ever read a book where I was so deeply disgusted by the main character, and yet by the end crying for her. I think Nancy Tucker is an incredibly talented writer and this book hit home for its theme of childhood trauma and its impacts.