The Thing About Clare by Imogen Clark was an okay read with quite a few well rounded characters. Ms. Clark does a great job with characters, descriptions and writing a story that will pull you in, bit by bit.

I did feel that the story dragged a bit and after a certain point just wanted to find out what was going to happen because I'd invested my time and interest, but I didn't care about any of the characters really. I especially found the parents selfish and the "children" (adults in part of the book) all over the map. I also found the siblings rather selfish and self-important. They all loved to talk about Clare, but no one really did anything, especially with River.

There's a lot of family drama here for people who enjoy that and some mystery that is cleared up in the end. Thanks to Netgalley, the publisher and the author for approving my request for an ARC. My thoughts are my own.

Siblings! Each family has different dynamics, each child has distinct characteristics. Clare has always seemed different than her siblings..Beats to her own drummer. Why?

The writing is excellent, you get a vivid picture of each member of the family And the different dynamics of each within. Unfortunately for me, the story itself was a little flat. Seemed like a long, drawn out story. Could have been summed up in a short story. Ending was disappointing.

Have never read this author but Would try this author again.

Thanks to Publisher and NetGalley for this ARC. Opinion is my own.

There seems to be an imperceptible bond which ties siblings together for always.
This theme is a very important part of this novel.
Dorothy is loving and kind but way too soft. As the matriarch, she tries very hard to keep her family together while her husband hardly tries at all.
Their children at times have uneasy and contentious relationships. However, they come to each others assistance whenever there is a crisis,
A new development brings about an impasse and they are forced to look into their family interactions and attitudes. This book touches on some typical family situations, with no answers but offers reflection. Do parents really have a favorite amongst their children? Is there a conflict between nature and nurture? This story will bring some insights which are quite interesting.
An intriguing family story!