A review by pearseanderson
The O. Henry Prize Stories 2018 by Laura Furman

lighthearted medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.5

A good collection, some mixed stories I decided not to finish or didn't feel like I had to, but a fun collection of early-career authors. Queen Elizabeth is a gemstone here, my first favorite story of the year.