A review by amylnmx
The House We Grew Up In by Lisa Jewell

emotional mysterious reflective sad slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

2.5

This one fell a bit too close for home for me in a way. (I grew up in a hoarded house- not something I often discuss.) It made me feel quite uncomfortably sad to the point where it took me at least a month to finish as I just had to keep putting it down. I also wish there was some more explanation for the ending with the revelation of Rhys trying to kiss his Mum (what was that about??) I dunno, overall I just found the book really dragged and made me feel sad, so understandably I haven't rated it very highly. Sorry Lisa Jewell!