A review by happyknitter2020
Ordinary Human Failings by Megan Nolan

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

3.5

Read as was listed for Women's Prize longlist 2024.

Intergenerational story of challenging lived experiences, which led a 10 year old to take the life of a toddler. 

Reflects on the impact of trauma attachments throughout a whole family & the media culture too. 

A tragic story, hopefully will be shortlisted.

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