A review by zhelana
The Guncle by Steven Rowley

emotional funny lighthearted 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

Wow. Ok. So. I'm not entirely sure what I was expecting when I picked up this book, but it was not that. I mean I was looking for some lighthearted fun with some gay jokes and some kid jokes and sort of a joke. Instead I got well developed characters going through some shit, with deep character growth, two whole grief plots, an addiction subplot, and some fun with gay jokes and kid jokes. This book really may become one of the highlights of my year as far as reading goes. It was absolutely brilliant.