erika_is_reading 's review for:

Three Bags Full by Leonie Swann

4.0

funny mysterious medium-paced

Plot or Character Driven: A mix

Strong character development: No

Loveable characters: Yes

Diverse cast of characters: Complicated

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Somehow she pulled this off.  This mystery is told from the perspective of a flock of sheep. They are bright, and each has a distinctive personality, but they are still very very sheeplike.  Some of the sheep are delightful (I admit to being drawn to Melmouth, but I always liked the mysterious rebels).  Some are hilarious and lovable (Mopple the Whale).  I was glad to learn how Miss Maple earned her name.  Anyway, it works.  Strangely enough.  They never lose their essential sheepiness.  And yet.  It is a mystery.  With a dead body.  And all.