A review by sophronisba
Strange Flowers by Donal Ryan

emotional reflective slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.5

Do I think some of the plot developments in the last quarter of the book are a bit of a stretch? Yes. But I loved it anyway because of the beautiful writing and the care with which Ryan develops his main characters, especially Paddy and Moll.