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dark
emotional
sad
medium-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
4.0
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Overall, I really liked this book. It definitely appeals to a niche audience. If you like Sally Rooney, Phoebe Waller-Bridge, or Phoebe Bridgers, you’ll likely love this book. The writing style is very dry and a little detached, and Crimp doesn’t use quotation marks. If characters who are so flawed that they make you want to throw your book at the wall, dry writing, and literary fiction are your thing, you’ll like this. If not, skip this one.
I also recommend this to performers—Imogen Crimp gave the most accurate depiction of conservatory life I have ever read. While I went to school for musical theatre (not opera), I resonated with a lot of her journey. The depictions of imposter syndrome and the post-performance high were particularly relatable.
If this book’s premise is appealing but you want a more charismatic writing voice and a diverse cast of characters, I highly recommend Queenie by Candice Carty-Williams instead!
Overall, I really liked this book. It definitely appeals to a niche audience. If you like Sally Rooney, Phoebe Waller-Bridge, or Phoebe Bridgers, you’ll likely love this book. The writing style is very dry and a little detached, and Crimp doesn’t use quotation marks. If characters who are so flawed that they make you want to throw your book at the wall, dry writing, and literary fiction are your thing, you’ll like this. If not, skip this one.
I also recommend this to performers—Imogen Crimp gave the most accurate depiction of conservatory life I have ever read. While I went to school for musical theatre (not opera), I resonated with a lot of her journey. The depictions of imposter syndrome and the post-performance high were particularly relatable.
If this book’s premise is appealing but you want a more charismatic writing voice and a diverse cast of characters, I highly recommend Queenie by Candice Carty-Williams instead!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Emotional abuse, Physical abuse, Sexual violence, and Toxic relationship