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A review by sophiawolf
Mercury by Lloyd Hall
adventurous
emotional
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
4.25
Mercury was really entertaining and unique with its setting.
The imagery drew me into the story, particularly after I got used to the initially kind of robotic-sounding writing style.
The illustrations were also an amazing addition to the story.
Lucy was an intriguing and determined character. It was interesting to see the dynamic between Lucy and her mother in the present and the past, and how the years in-between changed Lucy's mother, Helena.
I found Helena to be a complex character whose development was realistic based on her experiences. Helena's friend group was also a fun and diverse assortment of characters.
I particularly loved how past events fit perfectly into the actual present time.
I really wanted the book to be a little longer, especially with the ending!
The imagery drew me into the story, particularly after I got used to the initially kind of robotic-sounding writing style.
The illustrations were also an amazing addition to the story.
Lucy was an intriguing and determined character. It was interesting to see the dynamic between Lucy and her mother in the present and the past, and how the years in-between changed Lucy's mother, Helena.
I found Helena to be a complex character whose development was realistic based on her experiences. Helena's friend group was also a fun and diverse assortment of characters.
I particularly loved how past events fit perfectly into the actual present time.
I really wanted the book to be a little longer, especially with the ending!