A review by funktious
Lullaby Beach by Stella Duffy

dark emotional mysterious sad medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.0

Somewhat disappointed in this. I loved The Room of Lost Things so thought I’d seek out more from the author, but found this very pedestrian in comparison. Lots of telling, not showing, one dimensional characters and an overly melodramatic plot.

The inter generational abuse and misogyny were one thing, but the tacked on arson plot was just way over the top, especially since this is supposed to be a small seaside town - I think that much arson might get noticed?!


The best parts were Kitty in London, slowly realising the situation she’d got herself into. I’d rather we spent more time with Kitty than Beth / Sara / Lucy who felt very interchangeable in places.
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