A review by catapocalypse
The Crane Husband by Kelly Barnhill

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

4.5

Artful and heartbreaking. It's hard to say much without revealing too much for this short novella.

As the synopsis suggests, it tackles themes of domestic abuse and child neglect, so that can make it a tough read at times.
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