Cis H. (californiadreamin) reviewed on 1/24/2019 + 279 more book reviews

I really wanted to enjoy this book based on industry hype; alas, I did not. When I dread opening a book I know the story is not for me. I've lived in Florida my entire life and recall attending these gator farm shows as a kid. So I could envision much of Swampladia and the rag-tag kids in the story. Even back in the late 50's, those families were on the fringe. But this family is too outrageous for me to enjoy.
Karen Russell has a vivid imagination and some talent in putting it on paper. But after two of her books, I will steer clear of her writing. She's too dark for me.

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