A review by frankensteinscreature
salt slow by Julia Armfield

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

5.0

Julia Armfield merges the styles of Shirley Jackson and Angela Carter in a beautifully gothic way, this is a wonderful exploration of the uncanny nature of the sea, of femininity, of sexuality and of development. Truly magnificent.