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jamiewin3 's review for:
The Life Cycle of the Common Octopus
by Emma Knight
emotional
reflective
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
4.5
Absolutely adored getting to know Pen and I felt so connected with her throughout the story. I enjoyed the different POVs thrown in throughout the book. One of my favorite themes was having so many mothers and daughters explaining their views of motherhood and what it means to be a mother.
My only criticism is that the character development, themes of friendship and love, and familial drama is explored so well for 75% of the book and the last bit feels a bit rushed - I wanted to know more about people like Anna and Margot but this was a story about the younger generation so I understand the authors choice here.
Absolutely adored getting to know Pen and I felt so connected with her throughout the story. I enjoyed the different POVs thrown in throughout the book. One of my favorite themes was having so many mothers and daughters explaining their views of motherhood and what it means to be a mother.
My only criticism is that the character development, themes of friendship and love, and familial drama is explored so well for 75% of the book and the last bit feels a bit rushed - I wanted to know more about people like Anna and Margot but this was a story about the younger generation so I understand the authors choice here.