A review by ryannredinger
The People We Keep by Allison Larkin

emotional hopeful lighthearted reflective medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.0

Allison Larkin's The People We Keep was such a refreshing read. After reading books like Normal People or Perks of Being a Wallflower, TPWK was such a sweet book about found family and trying to find home. 

I found the characters (most of them haha) really fun and lovable, and the characters you aren’t supposed to like, you definitely don’t. The setting and overall vibes of the book are immaculate. I could really envision the setting and character which makes the story come to life for me. 

My favorite part of the book was the writing style. Larkin has some absolutely stunning lines and observations about relationships and life that put words to abstract concepts of thought of and experienced before. There were some lines or passages that stopped me in my tracks to sit and think. The writing really elevated the story, and the observations made by the main character made me relate to her on a deep level. 

I gave TPWK a 4 out of 5 stars because I think it is just such a fun, sweet story that was a truly enjoyable read. If you feel like you need a more light-hearted story about finding family and growing up on the road, I highly recommend The People We Keep. 
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