A review by katewags
The First Day of Spring by Nancy Tucker

challenging dark reflective 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

4.25

God this was so TENSE. Knowing the ending right up front made it even worse, I had to keep taking breaks from listening because I’d feel so uncomfortable. 

The voice actor is fantastic, one of the best audio books I’ve listened to, felt like listening to a play. 

A great exploration of intergenerational trauma and abuse, every voice was authentic and engaging. Hard to rate high because of how stressed I felt by that’s a credit to the writing and acting.