hkburke2's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
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? Yes
2.75
I loved the map and the setting - very atmospheric and cozy. I did not like the way the characters were described (a child could see another child's green eyes from across a backyard/garden?), and it seemed like big issues were not handled through to completion.
Graphic: Schizophrenia/Psychosis and Mental illness
Moderate: Fire/Fire injury, Sexual harassment, Sexism, and Adult/minor relationship
Minor: Murder, Sexual content, Pedophilia, Sexual assault, Vomit, Rape, Drug use, and Suicide
kenmorxo's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
The book really did have me asking "whodunit" alot but the more I got to the end the more I found myself saying "umm no way. This isn't enough. What!" and I think that's why I couldn't give it a full 4. It is however a really good book and something to think about when reflecting on your life and how you interact with neighbors.
Graphic: Cursing, Violence, and Toxic friendship
Moderate: Blood and Bullying
Minor: Drug use, Rape, Sexual assault, Sexual harassment, Adult/minor relationship, Injury/injury detail, Sexual violence, Pedophilia, and Sexual content
lougalindo's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
reflective
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.5
Moderate: Alcohol, Drug abuse, Drug use, and Mental illness
Minor: Sexual assault, Sexual content, and Sexual harassment
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