What is your opinion?
Chaotic, intelligent and honest
"Giving up the Ghost is chaotic...in an incredibly beautiful and honest way. The story unfolds through a series of letters that Girly, the main character, writes to her mother who has passed away. At times it is stream of consciousness in style, almost overwhelming, but the author's intelligence and observation of human nature always shines through. The plot itself isn't what held me. Of course, the idea of someone trading their soul for a best friend is intriguing but Cura, the demon Girly makes this deal with, feels like more of an embodiment of that connection we all seem to be searching for, rather than a plot device. At one point the theme of home and our search for it becomes important to both characters, and I couldn't help but think yeah, I get that. Given the style it is written in, it would have been easy for the author to be technically sloppy with the writing but that is not the case. The writing is first person, colloquial but intelligent and sharp at the same time. Interspersed with the conversational tone of the letters are examples of Girlie's writing projects for school that are more formal and even further demonstrate the author's love and skill of writing. I think anyone, whether they are young, old, LGTBQIA, green, pink or purple, will identify with the main character's aching loneliness and ongoing search to find some meaning in life. Girly takes the reader right into her confusion, pain and also her moments of peace. This is a beautiful, intimidating and at times, uncomfortably raw piece that actually moves you with it's truthful confusion."
This is perfection
"i love everything about this story. the writing style, the plot, the technical use of english, the inclusion of minorities - it all added up to make the story of my dreams. i am deeply in love with this piece of writing and I'm just praying for it to be made into a physical book!! much love to mallyful, love u bish<3"
