A review by whatellisreadnext
Dancing in the Shallows by Clare Reddaway

emotional funny hopeful reflective relaxing fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.0

This was a really nice story, and I did enjoy reading it, I was just left craving a little more. This is likely a me problem. It reads very contemporary, which is fine for the right audience. I am a big fan of an inheritance trope, and when Isla inherits a house on the Isle of Skye after only meeting her grandad one time, I was punching the air, I mean what a dream. I think I've just realised my biggest issue with this, we didn't get enough time with anyone to care much about them. It had the makings of a great multigenerational story, so it's a real shame. I would still really recommend it if you're looking for something short and easy to follow that is full of heart and about carving your place in the world.