A review by bashsbooks
The Gospel of Orla by Eoghan Walls

adventurous emotional funny fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.75

I think all the gospels would be improved if they were written from the perspective of grieving, trouble-making fourteen year old girls.

Seriously, The Gospel of Orla is unlike any other book I've read. The writing style is a bit unique - it's a stream of consciousness, and people speaking are marked off with dashes instead of quotes - which is fascinating but hard to read. 

I enjoy Orla as a character, and I like that this book doesn't answer every question you have. Much to think about now.

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