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The Names
by Florence Knapp
challenging
dark
emotional
sad
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
A wonderful book that I read right through in a day. Three timelines in a "Sliding Doors" scenario, each begun by the choice of what to name a baby boy. Each timeline was sad, but there was joy and redemption there too, and great characterisation, and a real mix of characters. A contender for my best book of the year.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Domestic abuse, Emotional abuse, Violence, Death of parent, Murder
Moderate: Bullying, Confinement, Sexual assault
Minor: Pandemic/Epidemic