A review by lindsay_kay
The Lovely Bones by Alice Sebold

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

5.0

I can't think of a reason why I would not give this book a five. A re-read for me and I'm so glad I did. Death is such a cliche topic and I think it is because it is unknown. This book dives right into it. The living are certainly not at an advantage, but neither are the dead. So extremely thought provoking, I love the humanity present in this novel. Also, a dog dies but it showcases the beauty and the love that comes from that. So completely soul stirring. 
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