A review by withlivjones
Gifted & Talented by Olivie Blake

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

4.5

My favourite Olivie Blake to date. I loved how complex and terrible yet endearing all the characters were, I loved the strong and sarcastic narrative voice, I loved how Thayer Wren constantly haunted the narrative, I loved the magical realism, I loved the reflections on siblings and friendships and growing up and motherhood. It took a while to get into because the plot moves so slowly, but I really enjoyed how that left so much room for introspection from each of the characters. 
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