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A review by alexutzu
Familia by Lauren E. Rico
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.25
Thanks to NetGalley, the publisher and the author and narrators for providing a free copy in exchange for an honest review!
This was an unexpectedly nice book to listen to. The plot and hooked me and the pace of the story was not too slow either. I really liked the different narrators, they had great storytelling abilities. The alternating plans and the multitude of characters made the plot a bit confusing to listen to at some points, though.
I also enjoyed the cultural elements of the book and its overall positive vibe towards life, family and relationships. The characters didn't seem very lovable at first, but they grew in my eyes through the story due to their development and interesting humour. The plot twists kept happening and making me wonder about what's next! Not the most realistic plot, but exciting, emotional and somewhat deep.
This was an unexpectedly nice book to listen to. The plot and hooked me and the pace of the story was not too slow either. I really liked the different narrators, they had great storytelling abilities. The alternating plans and the multitude of characters made the plot a bit confusing to listen to at some points, though.
I also enjoyed the cultural elements of the book and its overall positive vibe towards life, family and relationships. The characters didn't seem very lovable at first, but they grew in my eyes through the story due to their development and interesting humour. The plot twists kept happening and making me wonder about what's next! Not the most realistic plot, but exciting, emotional and somewhat deep.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Alcoholism, Death, Violence, and Kidnapping
Moderate: Drug use and Rape
Minor: Death of parent and Fire/Fire injury