This Is Why We Can't Have Nice Things by Naomi Wood

This Is Why We Can't Have Nice Things

Naomi Wood

245 pages first pub 2024 (editions)

fiction short stories medium-paced
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A debut short story collection from award-winning novelist Naomi Wood, exploring the dark side of family and femininity. Contains the story 'Comorbidities', shortlisted for the BBC Short Story Award.WINNER OF THE BBC SHORT STORY AWARDIn my life, I...

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Community Reviews Summary of 5 reviews

Moods

reflective 100%
challenging 75%
funny 50%
sad 50%
dark 25%
emotional 25%
tense 25%

Pace

medium 66%
fast 33%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 66% | A mix: 33%

Strong character development?

No: 66% | It's complicated: 33%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 100%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 50% | Yes: 50%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 66% | It's complicated: 33%

Average rating

3.7

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