A review by yklubes
The Candy House by Jennifer Egan

hopeful lighthearted reflective slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

A must-read.  I did not know this was Book 2 when I purchased it.  Egan does a great job of developing the characters and seeing their arcs and their development. The theme of a struggle with technology, its purpose, and its place.  Beautiful characters and storylines, as well as showing us briefly who they were when they were younger and who they are now. I’m giving the book 4 stars because at times the book was a bit slow, and the character introduction became too much but it was beautifully wrapped up in the end.  I listened to the book on Libby so having the different voice actors helped with the story.  I will say I had to focus on the story to understand but that is not as deterance from recommending the book.  I do own the physical copy.  I think I will be donating to my local library for others.