A Complicated Kindness - Miriam Toews

A Complicated Kindness by Miriam Toews is a captivating coming-of-age novel set in the Mennonite community of Manitoba. Through the eyes of Nomi Nickel, a sharp and witty teenager, readers explore the complexities of family, faith, and belonging in a world that often feels confining. Nomi's relationship with her unconventional father and her struggle against the strictures of her upbringing reveal her yearning for freedom and identity. Toews’ vivid characterisation and beautifully crafted prose invite readers to reflect on the nuances of love, loss, and the search for acceptance in a seemingly rigid environment, making it a profound and relatable narrative for anyone navigating the intricacies of adolescence and the mennonite faith + culture.