Review: Little Spoons

Little Spoons

Author: Diedre J. Halbot

Breakwater Books Limited, 2026

ISBN: 9781778530777 (paperback)
9781778530784 (eBook)

$19.95 CAD (paperback)
$17.99 CAD (eBook)  

119 pages

Ages: 14 years and up

Upon news of her grandmother’s death, Mary makes the decision to move her and her son back to her tiny hometown in western Newfoundland. Soon, however, Mary discovers that her grandmother may have died under suspicious circumstances—and this may be connected to a series of mysterious deaths embedded in her hometown’s history. As the story unfolds, Mary discovers more about her family’s history and begins to investigate her grandmother’s death while navigating complex community relationships. The premise of the novel is interesting and the strategic pacing of reveals keeps the reader intrigued. However, the flat characters and lack of realistic motivations, as well as the toneless and awkward dialogue, undermine its stronger elements. Little Spoons could be a collection addition for those looking for a small town thriller with themes of parenting, community, and intergenerational ties.