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Slags
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Emma Jane Unsworth’s Slags is a raw, hilarious, and deeply reflective dive into the lives of two sisters, Sarah and Juliette.
With flashbacks to their teenage years in the 1990s, the novel juxtaposes nostalgia with a sharp, contemporary lens, creating a story that is equal parts tender, chaotic, and entertaining.
Unsworth’s writing has the candidness of a diary, capturing the sisters� relationship in all its messy glory.
The flashbacks are particularly effective, evoking the mood and cultural quirks of the 90s, while shedding light on how Sarah and Juliette became the women they are today.
There’s a refreshing honesty in the way their bond is portrayed: sibling love, after all, is rarely straightforward.
The humour in Slags is a standout feature.
Unsworth balances laugh-out-loud moments with heartfelt drama, making the sisters� experiences both relatable and thoroughly enjoyable.
Whether exploring teenage mishaps, family tensions, or the complexities of adult life, the novel never loses its sense of wit.
At times, the story feels deeply personal and resonant, while at others, it takes on a curious, almost voyeuristic quality, inviting readers into the sisters� world with vivid detail and unflinching honesty.
This mix of the familiar and the unexpected keeps the narrative engaging throughout.
For anyone who lived through the 90s - or simply loves a story that blends nostalgia with contemporary themes - Slags is a much-recommended read.
Unsworth’s ability to balance rawness and humour makes it a standout novel about family, identity, and the beautifully complicated ties that bind us.
With thanks to NetGalley and the publishers for an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
With flashbacks to their teenage years in the 1990s, the novel juxtaposes nostalgia with a sharp, contemporary lens, creating a story that is equal parts tender, chaotic, and entertaining.
Unsworth’s writing has the candidness of a diary, capturing the sisters� relationship in all its messy glory.
The flashbacks are particularly effective, evoking the mood and cultural quirks of the 90s, while shedding light on how Sarah and Juliette became the women they are today.
There’s a refreshing honesty in the way their bond is portrayed: sibling love, after all, is rarely straightforward.
The humour in Slags is a standout feature.
Unsworth balances laugh-out-loud moments with heartfelt drama, making the sisters� experiences both relatable and thoroughly enjoyable.
Whether exploring teenage mishaps, family tensions, or the complexities of adult life, the novel never loses its sense of wit.
At times, the story feels deeply personal and resonant, while at others, it takes on a curious, almost voyeuristic quality, inviting readers into the sisters� world with vivid detail and unflinching honesty.
This mix of the familiar and the unexpected keeps the narrative engaging throughout.
For anyone who lived through the 90s - or simply loves a story that blends nostalgia with contemporary themes - Slags is a much-recommended read.
Unsworth’s ability to balance rawness and humour makes it a standout novel about family, identity, and the beautifully complicated ties that bind us.
With thanks to NetGalley and the publishers for an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
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