A review by chordsontheline
When Haru Was Here by Dustin Thao

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

4.5

This one did not make me weep like his previous novel but it still tugged my heartstrings.

As someone who has experienced a loss of a prominent figure in life multiple times, this was relateable. the feeling is relateable.

Dustin writes about grief in a very poignant way. It evokes emotions in you that you kept hidden for so long. He describes it as a returning friend helping you move forward but yet letting you know that they are still there in any shape or form.

I loved this book and the plot twist just made me go 😳