A review by platypus1
Haven by Emma Donoghue

challenging dark reflective sad slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.25

I’m a Donoghue Fan but this book was disappointing. It was was slow and then ended in a superficial flash that fizzled out before the Bang. There is a twist that felt forced at the end and could have been introduced earlier In the book to build the story on. There are some religious thought provoking passages but overall not the usual great storyline I’m used to from this author. It could have been so much more given the location, the characters and the twist. Only 3.25 stars for me.
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