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aklovekorn's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Emotional abuse, Death of parent, and Fire/Fire injury
Moderate: Confinement, Grief, Gaslighting, Toxic friendship, Abandonment, and Alcohol
Minor: Rape, Stalking, Car accident, and Pregnancy
lizzie24601's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.5
A really interesting premise that hooks you from the beginning... but as the mystery starts to be revealed halfway through the book, the actual secret is pretty boring. The main antagonists are revealed to be very one-dimensional, and there's no nuance to their reasoning, which makes the resolution anti-climactic. The characters who are interesting and well-rounded as children grow up to be flat as adults. 2.5 stars mostly for the exciting first half.
And honestly, I'm ending this book most frustrated by wonderingwhy was Nazleen at the dinner?? Every other guest was connected to Nina/Beth in some way. Why was Nazleen's connection never explained? Who is she? It bothers me to no end that this entire group of characters were all related to the main story EXCEPT her. God.
And honestly, I'm ending this book most frustrated by wondering
Content Warnings
Graphic: Grief
Moderate: Child death, Death, Car accident, Death of parent, and Fire/Fire injury
Minor: Stalking, Pregnancy, Abandonment, and Alcohol