A review by katiemack
Lucky Penny by Ananth Hirsh

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

3.75

The beginning dragged with the UNlucky Penny's misfortunes playing out in such a way that they feel overwhelming, but this ended up being more fun than I thought it would be! There's some fantasy/magical realism elements near the end that are silly and made me and my D&D-loving self smile. It's an enjoyable way to spend an hour or two.

One tiny aspect that confused me: Penny's age. She refers to herself as a "teenager" once or twice, but she can drink, doesn't go to school, and has a full-time job? I'll settle for "new adult" and move on. 

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