alucyliu's review against another edition
4.0
A short read, this book felt like a Christmas story. It’s set around Christmastime in Ireland. It’s a simple story but packs a punch. It’s about decisions we make, or don’t, and quiet heroism.
elizaob's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
fast-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? No
4.75
Content Warnings
Moderate: Physical abuse and Emotional abuse
kathrynwilliams's review against another edition
4.0
I read this for book club. When I first finished I didn't think that it would stick with me but I am still thinking about it a couple months later. I might reread this next year. I really appreciated my book club members' thoughts and discussion.
gracie's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Just a wench for Claire Keegan
kanimozhi's review against another edition
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
3.0
julianoelle's review against another edition
dark
emotional
hopeful
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Favorite quote — “always it was the same, Furlong thought; always they carried mechanically on without a pause, to the next job at hand. What would life be like, he wondered, if they were given time to think and reflect over things? Might their lives be different or much the same — or would they just lose the run of themselves?” (Page count unknown)
jemimamcleish's review against another edition
dark
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.25
malewifemills's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
reflective
sad
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? Yes
5.0