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The Wren, The Wren: From the Booker Prize-winning author by Anne Enright
5 reviews
hannah2896's review against another edition
dark
emotional
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
A beautifully written book which captivated me in parts. I loved the poetry and bird references throughout, and Nell's chapters when she is abroad. Some parts were difficult to read and weren't enjoyable - I do wish I skipped those pages.
Content Warnings
Minor: Domestic abuse, Cancer, Child abuse, Death of parent, Suicidal thoughts, Blood, Emotional abuse, Mental illness, Animal death, and Physical abuse
elle_g's review against another edition
challenging
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
Content Warnings
Graphic: Animal cruelty and Animal death
Moderate: Domestic abuse
Minor: Suicidal thoughts and Cancer
misskatz's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.25
I can’t really say much about the story but just that I so enjoyed Ann Enright reading it and that I loved Carmel’s character. She made me laugh, empathise, sympathise and love her. I’m going to re-read a physical copy and see if my rating changes. Would recommend if you want a gentle book with immaculate, clever writing and if you are enjoy strong character building rather than a fantastic plot.
Content Warnings
Minor: Cancer
adawada's review against another edition
Whilst the writing was nice enough, I just couldn’t get into this book. None of the characters were very likeable apart from Carmel and I found that there was lack of a plot but also kind of lack of character building as well? Too much emphasis on (bad) sex from two main characters. Just lacked substance for me.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Domestic abuse and Bullying
Moderate: Cancer and Death of parent
phoevincent's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death of parent
Moderate: Animal cruelty, Cancer, Emotional abuse, and Sexual violence
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