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Syskonmakaren by Lisa Jewell

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rae5tar's review against another edition

reflective sad

Loveable characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.0

I’m not as into books where the characters are very close to real life (ie, regular people working regular jobs, having a pint at the bar and feeling depressed). I prefer to read a book to escape, and when the characters are so normal and you can see them making mistakes and you’re wishing you could talk to them and prevent them from making the mistakes, it’s like drama I don’t need in my life lol.

latinabibliophile's review against another edition

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emotional hopeful mysterious sad medium-paced

4.5

mikewa14's review against another edition

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emotional hopeful slow-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? No
Diverse cast of characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

calliealldredge's review against another edition

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emotional hopeful reflective sad slow-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? No

3.75

lifethroughamicroscope's review against another edition

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emotional funny reflective sad medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Strong character development? It's complicated
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A

5.0

Beautiful wholesome book, I did cry at the end but the book was a absolutely beautifully written book that’s has charm, makes you laugh but also makes you feel warm and grateful for life

bfrance99's review against another edition

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emotional hopeful reflective medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

This was a lovely, heartwarming story about three adults struggling with their place in life, coming together due to their sperm donor father. With themes of family, friendship and identity, it was a well-written, easy read after two heavier fantasy books. While I prefer Lisa Jewell’s more recent thrillers, her older contemporary dramas are still worth reading.