A review by madamelacy
Isaac and the Egg by Bobby Palmer

challenging dark emotional funny hopeful reflective sad medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.75

This story is variously heart wrenching and gently funny as it follows the main character’s journey through grief, helped by the presence of Egg. For much of the book it’s unclear what Egg is, but whatever he is he’s an endearing character. I thought Egg’s attempts at making baked beans on toast were hilarious. 

I really enjoyed the story overall, although I did find the plot predictable. 

I loved the playfulness of the formatting and font within the book, especially the word search with the stages of grief and the cascade of questions. 

I would suggest looking at trigger warnings though because it’s potentially more harrowing than it would first appear.
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