A review by questingnotcoasting
Sorrow and Bliss by Meg Mason

funny hopeful sad medium-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

4.0

I've been very aware of this book for years and ignored it because I didn't think I'd enjoy it. Some reviews changed my mind and I'm glad I finally picked it up because it surprised me in a few ways. It was much funnier than I was expecting and I became invested in the characters' lives very quickly. Mason's writing was brilliant and made a heavy subject really accessible. Her depiction of mental illness was like nothing I've read before and I appreciated the exploration of how important a diagnosis can be. 
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