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A review by readerette
The Guncle by Steven Rowley
emotional
funny
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
What a warm and sweet story, without being saccharine. Patrick and the kids, and what grief can look like, really come alive.
It's too long, I don't know what the point of Emory's presence is, and not much plot really happens (it's very slice-of-life), but I easily forgive all that since it's such an immersive delight.
It's too long, I don't know what the point of Emory's presence is, and not much plot really happens (it's very slice-of-life), but I easily forgive all that since it's such an immersive delight.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Cursing and Grief
Minor: Addiction, Car accident, Cancer, Death of parent, Drug abuse, Homophobia, and Suicidal thoughts