A review by waterbear0821
Everyone Knows You Go Home by Natalia Sylvester

dark emotional reflective sad fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

This book isn’t perfect, but I did stay up  until 1am binge reading it in one sitting, and that’s worth something. It’s a compelling story about family, immigration, trauma, and a sprinkling of magical realism. The climax and denouement were a bit of a chaotic tumble and that felt like a bit of a let down after weaving these intricate family stories, but there’s a dose of realism there, too. It doesn’t tie up too neatly because life isn’t neat. Still, though, I was all set to be invested in a gut-wrenching finale and it felt just a little meh. Overall, though, I did really enjoy it. The characters are a bit complicated but still endearing. The story is steeped in political morality but it’s generally well executed and not too cliche. A lucky find at the library, I’m glad I picked it up! 
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