A review by fabulousdave
Parasol Against the Axe by Helen Oyeyemi

adventurous challenging funny mysterious medium-paced

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

3.5

I enjoyed it when it leaned in on its more abstract elements and the last chapter was brilliant start to finish, but there are abstract novels from this year that I've enjoyed more.