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O Caledonia
by Elspeth Barker
funny
mysterious
slow-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
From the very first sentence this book completely captured my attention. I picked this up at the library, sat down and did not move until I had finished.
The writing was so lyrical, witty and intelligent I fell in love with this world that Barker was building. I loved how the main character found beauty in what is generally considered ugly; snakes, mushrooms, moors, Latin and the Gothic.
I wish I could say more, I really do. I just have so much to say I cannot get anything out in words! This was just utterly fantastic. I would absolutely recommend this to anyone who's looking for a slightly more alternative bildungsroman!
The writing was so lyrical, witty and intelligent I fell in love with this world that Barker was building. I loved how the main character found beauty in what is generally considered ugly; snakes, mushrooms, moors, Latin and the Gothic.
I wish I could say more, I really do. I just have so much to say I cannot get anything out in words! This was just utterly fantastic. I would absolutely recommend this to anyone who's looking for a slightly more alternative bildungsroman!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Animal cruelty, Animal death, Murder
Moderate: Child death, Sexual assault, Forced institutionalization