Review by chaptersofchase - Unlikely Animals

chaptersofchase 's review for:

Unlikely Animals by Annie Hartnett

4.5

emotional funny lighthearted medium-paced

Plot or Character Driven: Character

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: Yes

Diverse cast of characters: Yes

Thank you, Random House, for the gifted copy of Unlikely Animals. 🦊{partner}

Genre: Fiction
Trope: All of them!
Format: 🎧
Pub Date: 4.12.2022
Star Rating: ☆☆☆☆.5

"That's why we like living with animals so much; they exhibit their joy so outwardly, remind us how to be better alive."

I'm mentally kicking myself for leaving this unread on my shelf since April! I love a book with a combination of genres, and that's precisely what Annie Hartnett has provided in Unlikely Animals. This book has a little something for everyone: drama, fantasy, magic, humor, quirky/lovable characters, talking headstones, family dynamics, and lessons on letting go and grief.

While Unlikely Animals did deal with some heavy topics, it never seemed unbearable. Despite the story's heaviness, it showed all the ways that a community can come together to learn and grow.

And that narrator? Gosh, I love a book that's told in the third person omniscient. It has an entirely different vibe, and I always end up enjoying the book. Then the audiobook narrator reminded me of the angel from It's a Wonderful Life, and, of course, I enjoyed that too.

🤩Genre Mash-up
🤍 Heavy topics but maintained a lighthearted feel
☺️ Community coming together
🗣 Third person omniscient narrator
🐻 Full of fun, quirky animals with lots of personalities

I loved Annie Hartnett's writing style, and I can't wait to read more from her 💗

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