i don’t usually read short story collections, as they’re often difficult to rate and/or understand as a single unit. this one was all right; some of the stories were fairly good, whereas others fell somewhat flat. it is still an enjoyable read, though – or at least as enjoyable as a book about grief can be.

Wednesday's Child is so beautifully crafted. A set of stories about grief and how it bursts out in so many ways. Even though the stories range from melancholy to truly sad, the careful word choice by Yiyun Li creates almost a song, a lullaby, a dirge. I did not know if I would enjoy this story collection but I did very much.

Li has lived much of what she writes and that makes it even more poignant. She is an incredible writer and her work will haunt your dreams! If you love true literature, Wednesday's Child is for you!