A review by maddb_96
Shuggie Bain by Douglas Stuart

challenging dark emotional sad tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

An absolutely heart breaking story of a mother struggling with alcoholism and how her son has to deal with it throughout his childhood. Visceral descriptions, very gritty, dark, real. It’s a tough read but worth it.
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