chrissiesbooknook 's review for:

Three Bags Full by Leonie Swann

2.0

dark funny lighthearted mysterious slow-paced

Plot or Character Driven: Plot

Strong character development: Complicated

Loveable characters: Yes

Diverse cast of characters: Yes

Flaws of characters a main focus: Complicated

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I went into Three Bags Full expecting a quirky, clever mystery with a unique twist—sheep solving a murder. Unfortunately, while the premise is intriguing, the execution left a lot to be desired.

The book follows a flock of sheep trying to uncover the mystery behind their shepherd’s death. While this idea had potential for charm and humor, I found the storytelling slow and meandering. The sheep’s perspectives, though creative, often made the narrative feel disjointed and overly whimsical in a way that didn’t fully engage me. The humor didn’t land, and the pacing dragged, making it hard to stay invested.

Additionally, while the mystery itself had some interesting elements, the resolution felt underwhelming. I struggled to connect with the characters—both human and ovine—which made it difficult to care about the outcome.

Overall, Three Bags Full had an interesting concept but failed to hold my attention. If you enjoy slow, whimsical mysteries with an unconventional perspective, it might work better for you. 

*Thank you to NetGalley, and Allison & Busby, for sending me a copy of this book and allowing me to read it. This review is left voluntarily and entirely my own opinion.*