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A review by jackiethomas
Peerless Flats by Esther Freud
4.0
For me this is a four star for the writing, but probably not for the plot. That might say more about me, I like a juicy plot and this was gentle. It's more about the characters than any particularly dramatic things that happen to them.
The standout thing for me reading this was the main character Lisa's little brother, five year old Max. I have a five year old and Max was so true to life, he jumped off the page. All the characters were well drawn, actually, although probably Lisa, Ruby and Max more than their mother.
Overall beautiful, evocative writing perfect for curling up on a stormy Sunday.
The standout thing for me reading this was the main character Lisa's little brother, five year old Max. I have a five year old and Max was so true to life, he jumped off the page. All the characters were well drawn, actually, although probably Lisa, Ruby and Max more than their mother.
Overall beautiful, evocative writing perfect for curling up on a stormy Sunday.