A review by betweentheshelves
The People We Keep by Allison Larkin

emotional hopeful reflective slow-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

Read this as the first part of a summer reading swap I'm a part of at a local bookshop, and it's definitely outside of what I normally read. But, I found myself enjoying it more than I expected! April has such a distinct voice throughout, and you find yourself rooting for her through everything.

This book definitely features the found family trope, which is one of my favorites. I loved the people April meets on her journey, and couldn't help but be frustrated when she kept leaving them behind. Like, I get it, but still. Let yourself be happy April! 

It's a book I'd never have read without this swap, but I think I'm glad I read it!
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