A review by the_m_lor
An Exaltation of Larks by Suanne Laqueur

challenging emotional reflective medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

Talk about a hidden gem. I ordered this book last year from the author in exchange for a review. Why did I wait so long to review it, you ask? I'm basically the moodiest of readers. I am honestly mad at myself for waiting this long. 

This book is a work of art. It centers around three people who keep running into each other and living semi-parallel lives. It is NOT a Why Choose, but it questions the importance of love and family and how the two can come about amongst a group of people. 

Jav was my favorite character. His story resonated with me because I came into who I was and who I am comfortable with as an adult. Will I sob the whole time I read Trueblood Cay in the near future? Probably, but it will be worth it, I'm sure. Will I also read the remaining books in the Venery series? You betcha (and I'm definitely not going to wait so long to do it). Alex and Val were still great characters, but Trelawney took the cake on the Lark siblings. "Jav. Fetch" made me laugh so hard. 

So, definitely go read this book. It is very much an emotional ride but it is relatable. And I promise you, you won't regret it.