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Scary Monsters by Michelle de Kretser
3.0
emotional reflective slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven: Character
Strong character development: No
Loveable characters: No
Diverse cast of characters: No

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The scary monsters in this novel are the terrifying ways that racism, misogyny, and ageism play a role in two different time frames in Australia.

One part follows Lili in the early 80s and the other is about Lyle who lives in a near-future Australia. The parts exist independently and can be read in any order.

The writing was good, but I would have liked more connection between both stories.