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A review by malaikareader
Small Things Like These by Claire Keegan
dark
emotional
hopeful
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
Woah. That was the type of atmospheric read where you’re so deep into it you don’t even realise how intense everything is until you finish the story. Had to sit with it for a moment when all the pieces clicked in the end. Woah!!
Graphic: Child abuse, Confinement, Physical abuse, Forced institutionalization
Moderate: Emotional abuse, Religious bigotry
Minor: Suicidal thoughts, Vomit, Death of parent, Pregnancy