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triptych_turning 's review for:
Messenger
by Lois Lowry
adventurous
emotional
inspiring
mysterious
medium-paced
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
I read this book in one sitting, and I enjoyed the concept. I like the ideas it presents, but to me, it gets bogged down with poetic reflection and the plot is flat and two-dimensional. That being said, I like this addition to the world of the Giver and I appreciate the worldbuilding.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Body horror
Moderate: Child abuse, Death
Minor: Animal death, Child death, Blood