A review by whatellisreadnext
The Other Valley by Scott Alexander Howard

adventurous mysterious reflective medium-paced

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

3.0

This is not one for people who need an explanation, in that way I likened it to one of my favourite books Never Let Me Go, because why would somebody explain how their world works if they've never known any other way. I really enjoyed the audiobook and I think maybe if I was reading between the lines quite literally, maybe I wouldn't have as much. The Other Valley is set in a town that is sandwiched between two other towns, one 20 years ago and one 20 years in the future. This made for some interesting timey whimeyness, but I do wish the ending had been more sinister.