We Are All Constellations

LoveReading4Kids Says

With a clever use of font and typography, giving the reader clues to her suppressed thoughts and memories, we are immediately intrigued by the story of seventeen-year-old Iris.

The persona she presents to the world is strong, fearless and determinedly happy, despite the death of her mother when she was just ten years old. She finds a book on her father’s bedside called “ How to hug a porcupine” and Iris is indeed difficult to get close to, even for her endlessly loyal and patient best friend who is struggling with her own issues. Iris gradually realises there is a secret lurking in her family history and in pursuing the mystery she finds Orla and the possibility of love- if she can manage not to drive her away.

The author writes so sensitively and with real nuanced insight into complex issues such as grief, suicide, mental health and sexual orientation The author writes insightfully and sensitively about complex issues such as grief, suicide, mental health and sexual orientation. Her novels are poignant and thought provoking and they get to the heart of very current concerns.

The writing is beautiful, profound and powerful and the characters are flawed and unmistakably real. A rewarding and enthralling read which leaves the reader with a greater understanding and empathy.

Joy Court

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