A review by worlds_to_conquer
Private Rites by Julia Armfield

mysterious reflective medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.5

I read Our Wives Under The Sea last year and couldn’t wait to read Private Rites when it was announced. It did not disappoint. Julia Armfield truly has a way with words and while I was dissatisfied with the plot, I stayed for the writing style.