A review by ms_windmill
Why We Broke Up by Daniel Handler, Maira Kalman

challenging emotional reflective tense 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? Yes

5.0

its difficult to find a novel as refreshingly wistful as this one. i'm biased, of course, as i've picked this book up several times over several years. it's hard to describe the violent nostalgia that comes with the chapters; you have to read it to know. the writing style is truly unique, and i find myself wanting to look at this novel under several literary lenses. a synopsis is unnecessary in my opinion; the less you know about this book before reading it, the better! i'll for sure be returning to this little masterpiece again.