A review by oabird
The Wonder by Emma Donoghue

challenging dark emotional sad tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

I loved this book, more than I was expecting. I found the setting very interesting, knowing little about Irish history. The strong religious influence on the community was something that I found quite challenging and thought provoking and I often found myself relating to the frustrations of Lib, the main character. The book makes what is a fairly monotonous plot device very compelling and by the end of the book I couldn't put it down. Some wonderful language and themes about community, prejudice, religion, motherhood. Would really recommend. 
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