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A review by 13rebecca13
Small Hours by Bobby Palmer
emotional
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
I really loved Isaac and the Egg by Bobby Palmer so I was excited for a new release. This book is absolutely beautiful with stunning nature themes and a wonderfully important topic.
Jack Penwick loses his city job and whilst in a park, stumbles across a fox who begins talking to him. Jack's sister calls to let Jack know that their mother has left and knowing his father has what seems to be dementia, he begrudgingly heads back to his childhood home of Mole End. What transpires is a stunning novel surrounding family, connections, nature and it feels truly magical and emotional.
I will admit that I struggled a bit with the ebook (personal preference - nothing against the actual book!) so I switched to audio which was a fantastic experience. Stephan Mangan narrates beautifully and the addition of nature sounds and the style in which the fox's narrative is recorded really added an extra dimension.
A great follow up to Isaac and the Egg.
Jack Penwick loses his city job and whilst in a park, stumbles across a fox who begins talking to him. Jack's sister calls to let Jack know that their mother has left and knowing his father has what seems to be dementia, he begrudgingly heads back to his childhood home of Mole End. What transpires is a stunning novel surrounding family, connections, nature and it feels truly magical and emotional.
I will admit that I struggled a bit with the ebook (personal preference - nothing against the actual book!) so I switched to audio which was a fantastic experience. Stephan Mangan narrates beautifully and the addition of nature sounds and the style in which the fox's narrative is recorded really added an extra dimension.
A great follow up to Isaac and the Egg.