A review by essjay1
Lioness by Emily Perkins

emotional inspiring reflective tense fast-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

I raced through this, incredibly readable (in a great way), the writing is so sharp and and so observant. I loved the not so subtle digs at the materialism we all love to hate. Definitely a breath of fresh air in the aus/nz lit scene. Reminded me a lot of Rachel Cusk. And maybe Joan Didion.