A review by kjgreen
In Memoriam by Alice Winn

dark emotional hopeful sad medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes

5.0

This book felt a bit like watching a car crash in the sense that it’s horrible and traumatic and yet you can’t look away. It made me cry more times than I can count and despite the depressing topic it was filled with a humanness that felt deeply authentic. 

*SPOILERS*

There is also something completely radical about writing a war novel where the gay characters survive and even find some form of happiness and safety with each other. Whilst this does unfortunately make the novel that bit unbelievable, it was a welcome surprise as I braced for a depressing ending.
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