What is the author's style in White Oleander by Janet Fitch?

The language of White Oleander is poetic and beautiful. The words flow together like music, and there is a dreamy, lyrical quality to Astrid's narration. There is a high degree of sophistication as various exotic places around the world are described from Astrid's point of view. When Ingrid speaks or writes, her poetic tendency springs to the fore, every word nuanced with hidden meaning. The overall tone of the book has an undercurrent of sadness and resignation, making the hard journey Astrid has endured even clearer.