44 pages 1 hour read

Sarah Addison Allen

Other Birds

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2022

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Before You Read

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Super Short Summary

Other Birds by Sarah Addison Allen follows eighteen-year-old Zoey, who moves into the Dellawisp Condos after inheriting a unit from her mother. She meets various residents, each dealing with their own grief and secrets. When Lizbeth dies under mysterious circumstances, Zoey befriends Charlotte and Mac as they unravel the building's mysteries, leading to personal growth and renewed connections. This novel briefly mentions childhood sexual abuse.

Reviews & Readership

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Review Roundup

Other Birds by Sarah Addison Allen is widely praised for its enchanting prose and whimsical storytelling. Reviewers commend its intricate character development and the magical realism that weaves through the narrative. Some critiques center on predictable plot elements and occasional pacing issues, but overall, it's regarded as a heartwarming and satisfying read.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Other Birds?

Fans of enchanting, character-driven contemporary fiction with a touch of magical realism would enjoy Other Birds by Sarah Addison Allen. Ideal for readers who appreciate the whimsical blend of ordinary life and enchantment found in works like Practical Magic by Alice Hoffman and Garden Spells by Allen.

RecommendedReading Age

18+years

Book Details

Genre

Magical Realism

Coming of Age / Bildungsroman

Science-Fiction / Dystopian Fiction

Topics

Grief / Death

Relationships

Religion / Spirituality

Themes

Values/Ideas: Truth & Lies

Values/Ideas: Literature

Relationships: Daughters & Sons