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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!