A review by helen000
Isaac and the Egg by Bobby Palmer

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

4.25

This book was described by reviewers as ‘mad,  sad and funny’ and that about sums it up. The  protagonist’s grief was visceral and wonderfully rich. I loved the Egg! The egg’s quirks and their strange but sweet friendship provided a much needed antidote to the heavy themes. 
It’s definitely a unique book, and I’ve not read anything similar before. Recommended. 
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