A review by hookandbookclub
Stay Another Day by Juno Dawson

emotional funny informative lighthearted reflective medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? N/A
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes

3.5

A family drama centred around three young (19, 19, 17) siblings in the days leading up to Christmas. 

Party boy Rowan has been studying theatre in London, while his more serious twin Fern has been studying politics and economics in Bristol, and both are returning to their family pile in Edinburgh for the Christmas holidays. 
Waiting for them, aside from their doting parents, is their younger sister Willow, who is living with a serious eating disorder.
With her new boyfriend in tow, Fern is looking forward to spending some time at home, while Rowan, and his friend Syd who tagged along, are reluctant to spend too much time in the house and want to get out and party. 

Willow has been looking forward to seeing her brother and sister but cannot deal with all the food pressure the holidays bring. 
Can the McAllister family manage to keep together or will they fall apart?
While there are serious topics tackled in the book it is still a comedic and fun read about family dynamics. 




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