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A review by emomixtape
How to Make Friends with the Dark by Kathleen Glasgow
emotional
hopeful
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
I absolutely loved this. Dinged half a star because some of it felt a touch preachy, but overall an excellent exploration of grief. Glasgow is amazing at really tapping into and acknowledging pain and offering hope that doesn't feel sugar-coated. Also, horses do help cure most things.
Graphic: Alcoholism, Child abuse, Suicidal thoughts, and Death of parent
Moderate: Abortion and Abandonment
Minor: Suicide