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hanej24's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
Moderate: Physical abuse and Rape
Minor: Bullying, Child abuse, Panic attacks/disorders, Suicidal thoughts, and Terminal illness
snoopyfanclub's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Graphic: Bullying, Death, Domestic abuse, Drug use, Rape, Sexual assault, Sexual violence, Suicide, Grief, Car accident, Suicide attempt, Death of parent, Murder, Fire/Fire injury, and Alcohol
Moderate: Cancer, Mental illness, and Panic attacks/disorders
ejsimpson's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
The chapters are short but poignant, though I wonder how could Rachel’s podcast truly be topping the charts with such short entries (then again, I’m largely unfamiliar with podcasts). Such short chapters make the story feel like it’s progressing more quickly, or maybe that’s this bookworm’s “oh, just one more chapter” excuse for staying up late. A quick and easy read but one centered on an important yet controversial topic.
At one point Rachel tells her listeners that as a woman she is expected to merely ignore and accept small acts of sexual assault. Inconspicuous things, seemingly accidental things. This I think all women can relate to, some more than others. Why can we agree that murder is bad yet be so divided on rape and sexual assault? There was a chapter where K takes the stand and her testimony could be difficult for some readers as it discusses the events of the fateful night on the beach. The screaming and pleading, the bruises and descriptions of photos, the intentionally cruel attitude of Scott.
The back and forth of K v Scott unfolding “in real time” while the hazy truth of Jenny’s torturous final weeks come to light was done methodically and done well. Neither giving too much away at a time or being so dreary as to drag on. The conclusion was one I didn’t wholly see coming, and it was nice to be a bit surprised. Overall, I enjoyed this book, the fleshed out characters, and felt it didn’t leave me wanting, didn’t leave me with any questions about the characters or plot (central to the story, anyway), so I would recommend this book.
Graphic: Bullying, Rape, Sexual assault, Sexual violence, and Sexual harassment
Moderate: Cancer, Child abuse, Child death, Domestic abuse, Emotional abuse, Suicide, Grief, Stalking, Car accident, Fire/Fire injury, Toxic friendship, and Injury/Injury detail
Minor: Blood and Alcohol
klandry98's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
Graphic: Bullying, Death, Rape, Sexual assault, Sexual violence, Terminal illness, Violence, Death of parent, Murder, and Alcohol
Moderate: Grief, Stalking, Car accident, and Fire/Fire injury
Minor: Cancer, Chronic illness, Domestic abuse, and Suicide attempt
heidi_checkedout's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- 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
Graphic: Rape, Sexual assault, and Sexual violence
Moderate: Bullying
robin_reads's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
Graphic: Rape, Sexual assault, Sexual violence, Grief, Murder, Fire/Fire injury, Alcohol, and Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Bullying, Car accident, and Death of parent
hellokatya's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
left very good breadcrumbs throughout the read that really all came together with the big reveal. ending felt very realistic. would recommend.
Graphic: Bullying, Rape, Sexual assault, Sexual violence, and Alcohol
Moderate: Death, Suicidal thoughts, Suicide, Blood, Grief, Car accident, and Fire/Fire injury
Minor: Child abuse and Police brutality
___'s review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.0
There's nothing really wrong with the book (though, poor editing got quite distracting at one point). There just wasn't anything new, thrilling, or exciting being offered.
(...Is the protagonist being a true crime podcaster a trigger warning yet?)
Graphic: Bullying, Death, Emotional abuse, Physical abuse, Rape, Sexual assault, Sexual content, Sexual violence, Violence, Kidnapping, Grief, Murder, Alcohol, and Sexual harassment
Minor: Body shaming, Cancer, Domestic abuse, Drug abuse, Drug use, Suicide, Blood, Car accident, Suicide attempt, Death of parent, and Fire/Fire injury
cbranche's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.75
Graphic: Bullying, Child abuse, Death, Panic attacks/disorders, Rape, Sexual assault, Suicidal thoughts, Violence, Blood, Car accident, Murder, Toxic friendship, and Alcohol
alex_mabel's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
The dual perspectives were both very engaging and the ending came together well. I definitely wanted to keep reading to see how it all wrapped up.
Graphic: Bullying, Child death, Death, Rape, Sexual assault, Violence, and Fire/Fire injury
Moderate: Cancer, Child abuse, Suicidal thoughts, and Death of parent