adventurebound7 's review for:

The Names by Florence Knapp

5.0

challenging dark emotional hopeful inspiring reflective sad fast-paced

Plot or Character Driven: Character

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: Yes

Diverse cast of characters: N/A

Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

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A simply beautiful novel about the fascinating idea of how the name we're given - and the decis ons we make - can influence our lives and those around us. The writing pulled me along from start to finish. Easily one of my top reads this year. 

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Death, Domestic abuse, Emotional abuse, Physical abuse, Sexual assault, Toxic relationship, Violence, Death of parent

Moderate: Gun violence, Alcohol, Pandemic/Epidemic

Minor: Suicide