A review by ksherman712
The Scent Keeper by Erica Bauermeister

adventurous dark sad medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.5

This was such an interesting read. I loved the writing, but dislike the idea of a child being kidnapped and lied to for 12 years. It was so jarring to find that this book is set in present day — when it opens on an island with rudimentary tools for living. 

I enjoyed watching Emmeline’s development and she begins to unearth the truth of her last. The bullying at school was too much. I hurt for her. The last third of the book was so well done. I loved seeing the scent/story unfold and pulling all the pieces together.
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