greatexpectations77's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
I really enjoyed this book, and I'm looking forward to reading more from this author. The story was deeply upsetting, I was really rooting for the characters, and it was super scary. I had a bit of an idea about some of the events before they unfolded, but I didn't mind. A very fun read.
Graphic: Blood, Gun violence, Confinement, Car accident, Child death, Bullying, Death of parent, Child abuse, Grief, Death, Emotional abuse, Domestic abuse, Gore, Misogyny, and Murder
Moderate: Abandonment, Eating disorder, Infertility, Injury/Injury detail, Physical abuse, Pedophilia, Pregnancy, and Rape
Minor: Vomit, Torture, Alcohol, Animal cruelty, and Abortion
alexreads22's review
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
Graphic: Car accident, Child abuse, Bullying, Death of parent, Drug use, Gun violence, Death, Domestic abuse, Confinement, Emotional abuse, Murder, Physical abuse, Blood, Toxic relationship, and Violence
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