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Abundance
by Jakob Guanzon
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
The structure of this book, with each chapter detailing the amount of money in the pocket, and the switches in time, was clever. It added a tension to the book, and I often read with my heart in my mouth. Despite the often poor decisions (in my opinion), I cared for the characters and just wanted things to work out. It illuminated the struggles of the homeless, the previously incarcerated, and those without access to healthcare. This world doesn't give people a chance. It's not an easy read, but I was fully invested. I was sad to get to the end, and know I will be thinking about Henry and Junior for a while.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Drug abuse, Drug use, Eating disorder