A review by feelingpeachygreen
The Butchers by Ruth Gilligan

sad tense slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

3.75

Very beautifully written. Every sentence is carefully considered. 

The impact of mad cow disease on Ireland isn't anything I've ever considered before - but, as an audiobook, this needed more focus than I could give it. I frequently forgot who characters were and the ending went over my head. I didn't realise when perspectives changed. It would have gained more stars if read rather than listened to, I think.