Treacle Walker by Alan Garner (2021): A Review
Title : Treacle Walker Author : Alan Garner Publication Year: 2021 Pages : 152 Rating : ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Genre : Fantasy, Magical Realism, Myth, Folklore Awards : Shortlisted for 2022 Booker Prize and Shortlisted for British Fantasy Award for Best Novella Source : Audiobook @everand_us Before getting into this literary rabbit hole, I skimmed some reviews and was greeted with a chorus of bewildered exclamations: “What did I just read?” Oh boy, I knew I was in for a ride! This was not just a casual stroll through the pages; I was about to embark on an adventure through the land of “What on earth is happening?” Now, don’t get me wrong—this isn’t the “What am I reading?” of despair; it’s more of a delightful “Wow, this is bizarre but oddly beautiful!” As I flipped through the pages, I tried to decipher the enigma, and naturally, I sought out more reviews and articles for some guidance! Welcome to “Treacle Walker,” a tale that masquerades as a children’s book but is definitely w...