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A review by swampkun
Island of Whispers by Frances Hardinge
adventurous
emotional
mysterious
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
Read for work. A sweet book that I think will really resonate with young, spooky readers.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child death and Death
The plot centers on the journey of a young man ferrying the souls of the dead, including a young girl and his murdered father. Their ghosts accompany him throughout