A review by runningonwords415
Pineapple Street by Jenny Jackson

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

3.5

I really loved the structure of this novel, the three narrators - an outsider to the Stockton family disguised as the sister-in-law, the eldest married sister, and the youngest naive sibling - each had unique and various perspectives that made keeping storylines straight fairly easy. None of these characters were especially lovable, but that’s definitely the point of this, and while there were some good conversations around wealth and class, a lot felt unfinished. There were awkward moments that made me giggle and truly messy family relationships that made it overall an enjoyable read.
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