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A review by amanda_reads13
We Are the Brennans by Tracey Lange
emotional
sad
fast-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
4.0
After a getting into a car accident, Sunday goes back home after being away for 5 years. There, she and her family must face the consequences of their secrets.
This was a good family drama. I really liked the dynamic of the siblings and how they had each other's backs no matter what. So much of their relationship was about keeping and protecting their family secrets from others and each other.
Generally so many POVs would throw me off, but I think it was well done in this book. I enjoyed getting into the heads of all of the characters.
I didn't think that the secret that drove Sunday away was as dramatic as it was made out to be. Yes it was incredibly traumatic, but had she just spoken to her fiance, he could have supported her. Instead she goes to her mother who gives her terrible advice and drives her away from the family.
Also, I figured out that it was the dad pretty early on. It was obvious that he would do anything to protect his children and make up for what he did in the past.
This was a good family drama. I really liked the dynamic of the siblings and how they had each other's backs no matter what. So much of their relationship was about keeping and protecting their family secrets from others and each other.
Generally so many POVs would throw me off, but I think it was well done in this book. I enjoyed getting into the heads of all of the characters.
I didn't think that the secret that drove Sunday away was as dramatic as it was made out to be.
Also, I figured out that it was the dad pretty early on. It was obvious that he would do anything to protect his children and make up for what he did in the past.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Alcohol, Car accident, Grief, and Miscarriage
Moderate: Gun violence, Death of parent, and Infidelity