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sophieamreacher's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- 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? It's complicated
4.0
Good atmosphere, didn’t guess the twist, rooted for main character.
Graphic: Toxic friendship, Schizophrenia/Psychosis , Gun violence, Drug use, Drug abuse, Confinement, Toxic relationship, Classism, Child death, Child abuse, Panic attacks/disorders, Injury/Injury detail, Infidelity, Emotional abuse, Abandonment, Blood, Physical abuse, Murder, Stalking, Mental illness, Medical content, Gore, Vomit, Violence, Grief, Gaslighting, Death, Kidnapping, Fire/Fire injury, Alcohol, Body horror, Death of parent, and Cursing
librariangeorgia's review against another edition
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
I loved THE SANATORIUM so this one was an automatic must read. And wow, what a book it was!
It follows 2 narratives - Detective Elin Warner and the group of friends staying at the retreat. I liked the mix of POVs, it really helped to tell the story. Especially as they weren’t all together at the same time so you got to see what was happening at various areas of the island.
I literally couldn’t put it down, it was so gripping. Every chapter was full of drama, ending on cliffhangers making you want to continue reading. The descriptions of the island were so chilling, it felt like you were there.
I did not see that ending coming - what a plot twist!
If you enjoyed THE SANATORIUM, you’ll like this one.
Graphic: Child death, Death, and Murder
Moderate: Grief, Stalking, and Fire/Fire injury
Minor: Vomit
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