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A review by destdest
Crumble by Meredith McClaren
emotional
lighthearted
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
Magical realism at its best.
I enjoyed the execution of how Emily’s grief is portrayed. The awkwardness around other people who want to acknowledge your loss but don’t know what to say or are insensitive. Also, that something you love can become unhealthy without balance (i.e baking).
Overall, I was pleasantly surprised, and I think its simplicity will connect to children but really any reader.
SN: if this was for an older audience, I’d want to know more about the effects of the magic baked goods. Like how long does the effect last? What can undo it?
3.5
I enjoyed the execution of how Emily’s grief is portrayed. The awkwardness around other people who want to acknowledge your loss but don’t know what to say or are insensitive. Also, that something you love can become unhealthy without balance (i.e baking).
Overall, I was pleasantly surprised, and I think its simplicity will connect to children but really any reader.
SN: if this was for an older audience, I’d want to know more about the effects of the magic baked goods. Like how long does the effect last? What can undo it?
3.5