I’m struggling to fully decide how I feel having just finished Duckling. It wasn’t what I was expecting going in (the cover and title threw me a bit) as it turned into more of a mystery/almost-thriller towards the end, but I can’t say I disliked it either. The characters were unique and believable, shaped by their own trauma and experiences which we learn more about as we get further into the story, and I did really enjoy the final few chapters as we wrapped up the loose ends which had been hinted at throughout.

There were elements of romance, grief, abuse, and so much more

, and they all came together well in an enjoyable, tense-at-times story. I’m not sure it’ll be the most memorable book for me but it was still very well written with twists I didn’t see coming, just maybe not for me. 

Thank you to NetGalley for very kindly sending me an advanced copy of the book in exchange for an honest review.