A review by lopru
Betty by Tiffany McDaniel

dark emotional reflective sad tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

2.5

I went into this book blind. The abuse situations and harshness of Betty and her family’s lives was hard emotionally to read. I think it paints an interesting narrative of generational trauma. Some of it was very reflective and self aware- and coming from the main (young) character- I personally felt it removed me from the story a bit due to it coming across very therapy informed. Anyone with a similar background may see themselves or their own family in this book. Despite the lightness and interwoven Native stories which were interesting and beautiful - the undercurrent was incredibly dark. I would not re-read which gives it the lower rating but I do know the themes will stick with me moving forward. 
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