A review by miaaa_lenaaa
The Adoption Papers by Jackie Kay

emotional mysterious reflective fast-paced

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

4.0

‘Sometimes it is hard to know what to say

that will comfort. Us two in the armchair;

me holding her breath’

‘The sim around my neck is wrinkling

does she imagine me this way?’

‘Going home, the light spilled like water.’

‘There’s nothing outside but the noise of the wind

The cherry blossom’s dance through the night.’