A review by anndouglas
Falling Angels by Barbara Gowdy

5.0

I discovered this book via the movie of the same name (adapted from the book), which I stumbled upon on TV a few years back. I was immediately captivated by this dysfunctional family. (Yes, I know every family is dysfunctional, but this family gives new meaning to the word dysfunctional.) I was worried that the book might be a disappointment, because I'd already seen the movie. I need not have worried. The characters in the book are even larger than life than their movie counterparts. If you're looking for a novel that features psychologically complex characters and an often hilarious (although dark, dark) plot line, this is the book for you.