A review by spookysarahsays
October Animals by Nicholas Day

dark reflective sad medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? N/A
  • Diverse cast of characters? N/A
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

5.0

“Let life be a lovely cemetery.”

This book feels like you’re watching the fleeting beauty of fall. It’s beautiful but tragic in that you know it will end. There is something magical in its melancholy though. Definitely one to sit with and re-read. The poignant prose will linger with me for a while. 

I did receive this book as an ARC but that did not influence my thoughts or opinions about it.