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A review by thebookishmel
Summer of Salt by Katrina Leno
4.0
4.5 stars
tw: rape (closer towards the end of the novel)
WOW okay, this is SUCH an interesting book! Definitely shorter than what I was expecting, but executed so well for the length it’s in. The atmosphere of By-the-Sea is so well done to make sure readers really feel and understand what kind of a world we’re entering! I really have to give it to Katrina Leno for coming up with a story like this one. I’ve never been so in awe as to how a plot line progresses and just how whimsical the ENTIRE thing is.
Until it gets serious. Then we really get to see strong women, strong familial bonds, and a real sense of courage amongst Mary and Georgina. I love the casual slip in certain questions that weren’t asked, really sent a great message but also showed some greater opinions.
The open ended aspect of it was good, but I wish there was just a little more defining locations. And the ending wrapped up a little TOO perfectly for my liking while still being really open. Overall, though, this was SO much fun, and such a quick read!
tw: rape (closer towards the end of the novel)
WOW okay, this is SUCH an interesting book! Definitely shorter than what I was expecting, but executed so well for the length it’s in. The atmosphere of By-the-Sea is so well done to make sure readers really feel and understand what kind of a world we’re entering! I really have to give it to Katrina Leno for coming up with a story like this one. I’ve never been so in awe as to how a plot line progresses and just how whimsical the ENTIRE thing is.
Until it gets serious. Then we really get to see strong women, strong familial bonds, and a real sense of courage amongst Mary and Georgina. I love the casual slip in certain questions that weren’t asked, really sent a great message but also showed some greater opinions.
The open ended aspect of it was good, but I wish there was just a little more defining locations. And the ending wrapped up a little TOO perfectly for my liking while still being really open. Overall, though, this was SO much fun, and such a quick read!