A review by shmole
When I Sing, Mountains Dance by Irene Solà

challenging funny hopeful inspiring lighthearted mysterious reflective sad slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? N/A
• Loveable characters? N/A
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A

4.75

 A synesthetic snapshot of a mountain and its madness. The first chapter is written from the POV of a lightning storm, and is among the best things I have ever read. The web of characters is sparse, strong, and intricately interwoven, like the Pyerenees themselves. Mushrooms, mountains, lightning, ghosts, freedom fighters, butchers - all of the denizens are equally represented in their affect & effect on their mountain.