A review by laedyred
Important Artifacts and Personal Property from the Collection of Lenore Doolan and Harold Morris, Including Books, Street Fashion, and Jewelry by Leanne Shapton

mysterious sad fast-paced

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

2.0

Obviously the method of storytelling is the most intriguing aspect of this book, it's creative and compelling enough. Read in one session. Doolan and Morris' relationship is almost deceivingly boring, but I argue that is the point. This is the story of two people fading from each other despite strong love. There is no clear, stated inciting incident nor clear moment of an affair, betrayal, violence, etc. I appreciate the mystery. However, some objects chosen seem to be truly filler or so unrealistic auction inclusions (a grocery list and personal letter? No.) that it broke the immersion. The ending drifts off with a bit too much anticlimax. It's a novel, short read, but don't expect any new or profound ideas.