Rach, Shaz, and Kel, are bezzies! They are "Donny lasses" (girls from Doncaster), and together they take on all of the adolescent issues that young women face only in Ireland and in a bit of a tougher, bolder way. We Pretty Pieces of Flesh is written in a phonetic Yorkshire dialect, but once you acclimate, you wouldn't want it any other way. The book spans their young live from reckless innocence to young adult. Pick up this unique and utterly unforgettable story of strong heroines by a fresh new voice!
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I appreciate how well the dialect was written—I get frustrated with books that don't actually write the accent out when there is one. I didn't connect well with the characters, so I didn't fall in love. However, I know many litfic lovers out there will adore this!

Three young people push you into their lives with unabashed freedom. Three girls recount their coming of age in a small town in Yorkshire. Recounting how they viewed their lives through changes and heartbreak, and living life without compromise. Living in London now two of the girls meet and reflect on a youth at once carefree and innocent. An innocence that only one can decide to tarnish with a truth kept secret.

I struggled to read this book due to the writing style, which forced me to reread each sentence multiple times to understand it. I'm considering trying the audiobook instead, as reading the physical book wasn't working for me.

I wish I loved this. I personally could not stand the informal writing style. I have read many books written by English authors and I enjoy the culture and slang, but this particular writing made me feel dizzy. I think I would enjoy it in moderation such as exclusively in dialogue or direct quotes. To be fair I am sure I would love the story, but simply could not get through more than about 20 pages.

We Pretty Pieces of Flesh by Colwill Brown

Three young friends who have grown up together are in the throws of their adolescent teenage years are a bit bold and reckless yet their innocence shines through.

I wish I would have enjoyed this book a little more but it just didn’t grab me. Maybe it was the Yorkshire dialect, I felt like I was having to concentrate too hard on understanding what was being said.

Thank you NetGalley for an ARC of this book in exchange for my honest review.

I had a bit of trouble getting into this one as the dialect isn't one I'm familiar with so it took some getting used to. It revolves around three teens, Rach, Kel, and Shaz who are typical rebellious girls, determined to get the most out of life. Armed with Ecstasy, they frequent nightclubs that will let them in, almost get kicked off a train, and just generally look for trouble and excitement. And of course they keep secrets from anyone who tries to curb their rebellious behavior. So if you want to look back at your teen years and live vicariously through others, this is the book for you!
Thanks to NetGalley for this ARC!

I love messy girlhood stories and this one had me on the edge of my seat! The writing was so good and it kept my attention through out the whole way. The lit fic girls will love this.