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A review by perenlop
Ella Minnow Pea by Mark Dunn
dark
funny
reflective
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
Absolutely one of the most creative books I've read recently. More books that take on unconventional formats that also align really well with the plot please! A very funny but still very sharp take on religious bigotry and fascism, and it makes you read each letter very carefully to make sure the characters don't get the death sentence. My main complaint is that the ending feels rather unsatisfying to me, but I'll let you decide for yourself whether it's fitting or not.
Graphic: Death, Self harm, Suicide, Police brutality, and Religious bigotry
Moderate: Addiction and Alcoholism
Minor: Ableism and Racism
Ableism and racism tags are due to the use of the R slur and G slur, though they're only used once.