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A review by missmonograph_creative
The History of Mischief by Rebecca Higgie
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
READ THIS BOOK!
It seems that my 2022 reads are the gift that just keeps on giving and this book is no exception. I throughly enjoyed this book and it has solidified itself as a highlight read of this year and indeed probably many years to come. Here’s why I love it so much:
‘The History of Mischief’ is a perfectly executed book based on switching times and perspectives. While the story can easily get lost in these details, as it has in many other books, Higgie writes with a clarity that perfectly complements her chosen story format. These switches really propel the story forwards and allows readers to keep interest in the novel.
This book has such a youthful quality that was truly so refreshing. Told from a 9 year old’s perspective, readers are granted a youthful outlook and surprised often by the depth of little Jessie’s observations. While having a ‘children’s book’ quality, the story and beautiful language lend themself to a more mature audience. This combination allowed me to be lulled back in to the comfort of childhood (think like reading Harry Potter vibes) while also feeling challenged by the story.
This story has me crying and laughing but all with an unquenchable sense of warmth. I simply couldn’t put it down and when it ended I felt like I had been cut off from such a beautiful world.
I truly believe that Rebecca’s beautiful novel should be a classic. It has every element of one and is equally deserving of the fame of many other books.
Please read this book, you will not regret it!
Thank you to Fremantle Press for my copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
Have you read ‘The History of Mischief’ let me know!
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
It seems that my 2022 reads are the gift that just keeps on giving and this book is no exception. I throughly enjoyed this book and it has solidified itself as a highlight read of this year and indeed probably many years to come. Here’s why I love it so much:
‘The History of Mischief’ is a perfectly executed book based on switching times and perspectives. While the story can easily get lost in these details, as it has in many other books, Higgie writes with a clarity that perfectly complements her chosen story format. These switches really propel the story forwards and allows readers to keep interest in the novel.
This book has such a youthful quality that was truly so refreshing. Told from a 9 year old’s perspective, readers are granted a youthful outlook and surprised often by the depth of little Jessie’s observations. While having a ‘children’s book’ quality, the story and beautiful language lend themself to a more mature audience. This combination allowed me to be lulled back in to the comfort of childhood (think like reading Harry Potter vibes) while also feeling challenged by the story.
This story has me crying and laughing but all with an unquenchable sense of warmth. I simply couldn’t put it down and when it ended I felt like I had been cut off from such a beautiful world.
I truly believe that Rebecca’s beautiful novel should be a classic. It has every element of one and is equally deserving of the fame of many other books.
Please read this book, you will not regret it!
Thank you to Fremantle Press for my copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
Have you read ‘The History of Mischief’ let me know!
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️