A review by nattymomo
Deer Run Home by Ann Clare LeZotte

challenging dark emotional inspiring reflective sad fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? N/A
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.0

Sweet book about a Deaf girl who becomes a foster child of her school interpreter when it comes to light that her parents neglect and abuse her. Hope in poetry sparks joy and light for her.

Based off a true story but very fictional.

Tags: contemporary fiction 
Triggers: CSA, deaf, disability

Book rating: 3.5⭐️
Narration: 3⭐️
Speed: 2.50x

Start date: 3/14/25
End date: 3/20/25

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Content Warnings

Minor: Ableism, Child abuse, Physical abuse, Violence