A review by arose93
The Family Upstairs by Lisa Jewell

dark mysterious medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

3.75

I liked the concept of this and really enjoyed the middle section but felt it was slow to get going and that the ending was pretty unsatisfactory. 
I also got confused because in my head Birdie was much older than 30! 
I also felt the
queer coding of Henry and his 'streak of evil' disappointing and unnecessary
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