thegr8estangell's review against another edition
sad
tense
fast-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
I liked this. It was kinda freaky at points. I did, however, guess that ending. I thought it was fun though. That kid was a fuckin psycho. And I think we should retire the gaslighting, willfully oblivious husband trope. It grates on my nerves immensely.
cjsjellybean's review against another edition
2.0
I was really excited to read this book based on the description, but sadly, it was a drag to get through. The first 60% or so was so slow and I often found myself rereading entire paragraphs because I drifted off. I didn't feel connected to any of the characters which is extremely unusual for me so that was really disappointing. The last 40% though did get better, but then the ending was super abrupt. I'm curious if there will be a second book because it didn't feel like a good ending to me at all.
Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for allowing me to read an advanced reader copy in exchange for my honest review.
Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for allowing me to read an advanced reader copy in exchange for my honest review.
alyana_ortiz's review against another edition
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
rsmith2613's review against another edition
dark
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
deathofastrwbry's review against another edition
4.0
Disturbing. This books goes from 0 to 100 very fast, and be ready. Not much more I can say besides, if you’re afraid of children - this book is NOT for you.
malindaoquinn's review against another edition
2.0
Entirely predictable with a very unsatisfying ending. The evil little girl character seems like some kind of trope and a little bit ableist at that.
jlyroberts's review against another edition
dark
slow-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? Yes
2.0
sooky's review against another edition
5.0
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Utterly terrifying; Baby Teeth made my uterus shrivel up in horror.
I realize we all absorb things through our own filters, and some stories, horrifying as they might be, also confirm our own beliefs regardless of them being right or wrong. I’ve always been reluctant to entertain the idea of having children, and one of my biggest fears is that I’ll end up with a child I can’t connect with, or worst: an actual monster. Shrugging it off doesn’t mean it can never happen.
This story could have gone in a different direction, with Suzette as an unreliable narrator, but the first chapter in Hanna’s head destroyed all illusions. This despicable little girl goes way beyond just being what I call: a little shit. Something is seriously wrong with her. What child would entertain fantasies of getting rid of their mum, permanently?
If there’s one thing that pisses me off, and fills me with dread at the same time it’s the oblivious husband. Our dear Alex Jensen in this book is a prime example, and I just wanted to kick him in the balls so badly! Of course Hanna is all sweetness and smiles when he’s around, his ‘squirelly girl‘, but his complete dismissal of his wife’s concerns made my blood boil. Throughout her ordeal, Suzette remains a loving mother, and although she’s scared shitless, I had to admire her ability to show so much compassion towards her little monstrous Hanna. I honestly don’t know what I would have done.
Baby Teeth put me on edge, and as I was ripping through the pages waves of dread washed over me. It got to the point where my lovely (non-oblivious) other half was on the verge of confiscating the book. I’m glad I finished it, because there’s some important stuff here for all of us to reflect on: about stilted family dynamics, parenting, and how the arrival of a child, especially a sick one, changes us as people.
Mental illness is a real thing: ignoring it, or finding excuses for it does not help anyone at all. With her clear prose, and the brilliant character, Beatrix, the psychologist the Jensen family seek out for help, Zoje Stage gets her point across efficiently. If your child had cancer, or even just a sore throat, you would want to help them. Why stick your head in the sand when it comes to mental illness then? Suzette (a.k.a. Mommy) is worried that she will get the blame. As a stay at home mother, at the end of her rope, maybe it’s her fault Hanna turned out like this… Beatrix also clears up some confusion about the nature vs. nurture debate, and the differences between sociopaths and psychopaths.
Dark and sinister, Baby Teeth is entirely relatable.
I received a copy of this book from the publisher via NetGalley, but it did not influence my opinion.
Utterly terrifying; Baby Teeth made my uterus shrivel up in horror.
I realize we all absorb things through our own filters, and some stories, horrifying as they might be, also confirm our own beliefs regardless of them being right or wrong. I’ve always been reluctant to entertain the idea of having children, and one of my biggest fears is that I’ll end up with a child I can’t connect with, or worst: an actual monster. Shrugging it off doesn’t mean it can never happen.
This story could have gone in a different direction, with Suzette as an unreliable narrator, but the first chapter in Hanna’s head destroyed all illusions. This despicable little girl goes way beyond just being what I call: a little shit. Something is seriously wrong with her. What child would entertain fantasies of getting rid of their mum, permanently?
If there’s one thing that pisses me off, and fills me with dread at the same time it’s the oblivious husband. Our dear Alex Jensen in this book is a prime example, and I just wanted to kick him in the balls so badly! Of course Hanna is all sweetness and smiles when he’s around, his ‘squirelly girl‘, but his complete dismissal of his wife’s concerns made my blood boil. Throughout her ordeal, Suzette remains a loving mother, and although she’s scared shitless, I had to admire her ability to show so much compassion towards her little monstrous Hanna. I honestly don’t know what I would have done.
Baby Teeth put me on edge, and as I was ripping through the pages waves of dread washed over me. It got to the point where my lovely (non-oblivious) other half was on the verge of confiscating the book. I’m glad I finished it, because there’s some important stuff here for all of us to reflect on: about stilted family dynamics, parenting, and how the arrival of a child, especially a sick one, changes us as people.
Mental illness is a real thing: ignoring it, or finding excuses for it does not help anyone at all. With her clear prose, and the brilliant character, Beatrix, the psychologist the Jensen family seek out for help, Zoje Stage gets her point across efficiently. If your child had cancer, or even just a sore throat, you would want to help them. Why stick your head in the sand when it comes to mental illness then? Suzette (a.k.a. Mommy) is worried that she will get the blame. As a stay at home mother, at the end of her rope, maybe it’s her fault Hanna turned out like this… Beatrix also clears up some confusion about the nature vs. nurture debate, and the differences between sociopaths and psychopaths.
Dark and sinister, Baby Teeth is entirely relatable.
I received a copy of this book from the publisher via NetGalley, but it did not influence my opinion.
aimzthereader's review against another edition
dark
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Loveable characters? No
4.0