A review by tmrvn
The Sparrow by Mary Doria Russell

dark mysterious reflective slow-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? It's complicated

3.75

Slow at times but very powerful character development. I thought that the way the story was written (jumping from past to present) gave made the book interesting with an ending that left me hooked and mildly disturbed.