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A review by bookshelfmonkey
The Fable of Wren by Rue Sparks
5.0
I can't quite explain what it was that I liked about this book— it's just the vibes.
If you're reading this book for the plot, the murder-mystery that's hinted at in the blurb, then prepare to be disappointed. I'm trying to avoid spoilers, so I'll just say that it's not a big part of the book, is isn't meant to be the focus, and that is very clear.
This is a book about losing and learning to love again. The protagonist, left reeling from the many losses they've faced in their life, must learn to trust in others, to put their faith in those around them. This development is written very well, and everything about Wren and their life felt very real.
Also, the vibes. I know I've mentioned them already, but something about this book reminded me of something else (I can't quite place it, someone please help me) and the whole thing felt kind of... nostalgic? I can't explain how this book made me feel, but it made me feel.
Cool vibes.
9/10
If you're reading this book for the plot, the murder-mystery that's hinted at in the blurb, then prepare to be disappointed. I'm trying to avoid spoilers, so I'll just say that it's not a big part of the book, is isn't meant to be the focus, and that is very clear.
This is a book about losing and learning to love again. The protagonist, left reeling from the many losses they've faced in their life, must learn to trust in others, to put their faith in those around them. This development is written very well, and everything about Wren and their life felt very real.
Also, the vibes. I know I've mentioned them already, but something about this book reminded me of something else (I can't quite place it, someone please help me) and the whole thing felt kind of... nostalgic? I can't explain how this book made me feel, but it made me feel.
Cool vibes.
9/10