A review by littlecitycorner
You Shouldn't Worry About the Frogs by Eliza Marley

dark emotional mysterious reflective tense

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

5.0

 This is magical realism done exceptionally well. 

In this short story collection, Eliza Marley indulges in dark and contemplating magical realism in every single one of the brooding tales. She travels through perspectives, different character traits, and unique Midwestern settings. Each of these stories follows a desire or a mystery that moves the plot along. Those mysteries are never fully solved but left for the reader’s contemplation and interpretation, which I found to be really compelling, as each story has an open ending and left me wondering where the characters are headed. I really liked the different elements that are brought into each account, not following a singular aspect of magical realism or scene style. I was surprised by each story and character and I found it ingenious how well-crafted they are, especially how poignant and understanding the development and dialogue are.

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