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A review by cordeliadarkles
The People We Keep by Allison Larkin
emotional
hopeful
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
A captivating story about a lost girl, forced to grow up too soon, trying to make sense of herself and her very dysfunctional life; while grasping for dreams to come reality.
The moment I read the book dedication, I knew I was all in for the entire ride.
April, our main character, is sharp, resourceful, and funny. Yet, highly impulsive, even childish at times. I can't help wonder if it would've been more appropriate for age the MC a couple of years older. I'm around April's age and felt extremely uncomfortable with much of her immature thought process.
Even though I was very sympathetic towards April, her constantly driving from place to place, her getting away from everyone who started showing affection made it complicated to connect with her.
In short, it's a book many will enjoy for the same reasons others will find it tedious.
The moment I read the book dedication, I knew I was all in for the entire ride.
April, our main character, is sharp, resourceful, and funny. Yet, highly impulsive, even childish at times. I can't help wonder if it would've been more appropriate for age the MC a couple of years older. I'm around April's age and felt extremely uncomfortable with much of her immature thought process.
Even though I was very sympathetic towards April, her constantly driving from place to place, her getting away from everyone who started showing affection made it complicated to connect with her.
In short, it's a book many will enjoy for the same reasons others will find it tedious.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Abandonment and Pregnancy
Moderate: Alcoholism and Sexual content
Minor: Cancer, Homophobia, Physical abuse, Sexual harassment, and Violence