A review by allisonj91
The Sunlight Pilgrims by Jenni Fagan

5.0

A novel beginning in November 2020 at the beginning of what could potentially be a new ice age. It’s from two perspectives: Dylan a man who has lost his grandmother, mother, and the theatre he grew up in all within the past six months. And Stella a transgender teenage girl.
Dylan’s mother leaves him a caravan in a caravan park in Scotland and when his theatre gets taken from him by creditors he moves there. Next door to him lives Stella and her mom.

This story is about neighbours trying to navigate life in a time when the world may be ending. It’s also about growing up and discovering family history.
Review:

I really liked this book! It felt odd to read it right now because of the events of this world but it somehow didn’t make me feel more anxious. It took me away to the beautiful snowy Scottish caravan park near the mountains. Also I just really liked how beautiful the writing. I loved how quirky the characters were, and I enjoyed reading about a transgendered child, which is something I don’t get to read about often.
I give this book ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️. I also wanted to add, I really recommended it if you enjoyed Station Eleven as it has similar vibes.