theadmiral 's review for:

Swamplandia! by Karen Russell

3.5

challenging dark emotional reflective sad tense slow-paced

Plot or Character Driven: Character

Strong character development: No

Loveable characters: No

Diverse cast of characters: No

Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

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An oddly sad story detailing the trauma and abandonment of 3 siblings. 

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Content Warnings

Moderate: Cultural appropriation

Minor: Adult/minor relationship, Child abuse, Mental illness, Pedophilia, Rape, Sexual assault, Death of parent