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dragonlilly's review against another edition
dark
reflective
medium-paced
3.0
In terms of the 'theoretical' and 'philosophical' sections of this book I only really liked two that felt like they had any real meaning or truth to them, and the rest felt useless or false. The main character is quite unlikable and only worsens as the book goes on, and his theories concerning sex and his understanding of sex I also did not care for. Strangely, I think he did not ask the woman enough important questions earlier on. However, I did like the general imagery of the sand and the final ending was done very well. Near the end, I did have a general impression for how the story would finish, but I found it to be written better than I first imagined, and was quite happy with it and the manner in which he was finally trapped. So, while I was frustrated with the main character, this ending makes me struggle to dislike the book because of how satisfying the last two pages are, as well as the general concept.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Kidnapping
Moderate: Sexual assault, Sexual content, Vomit, and Schizophrenia/Psychosis
Minor: Miscarriage
mikki_9's review against another edition
challenging
dark
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.0
I loved the analogy this book presents, but honestly... part two is long, boring, and kinda unnecessary. You'll probably enjoy this book a lot more if you just read a summary of part two instead, because there is very little important information. Part one and part three are probably 4.5 stars, and part two is 1 star.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Confinement, Domestic abuse, Misogyny, Sexual assault, and Toxic relationship
Moderate: Body shaming, Infidelity, Mental illness, Miscarriage, Suicidal thoughts, and Grief
Minor: Animal cruelty, Death, Rape, Excrement, and Schizophrenia/Psychosis
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