A review by ottercorg
Love and Other Consolation Prizes by Jamie Ford

emotional funny reflective tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

5.0

The second book of Ford’s that I’ve read this year, and third of his overall - and now my favorite. A story full of vivid characters set in perfectly described scenes. Ford has such a gift. I felt for Ernest, Fahn, and Masie with each page turn, and the ending melted my little heart. Well done. 
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