raingerr's review
dark
emotional
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
wow. this was so hard hitting and so well written.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual assault and Misogyny
Minor: Vomit
sarah984's review
challenging
dark
emotional
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
This was a rough read despite its short length. The story is about a young woman growing up and navigating a world where people extrude various creepy crawlies (centipedes, scorpions, moths) when touched in a way that makes them uncomfortable. A look at the ways women are expected to be "accommodating" in all circumstances, even painful or traumatic ones.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual assault, Misogyny, and Sexual content
Moderate: Alcohol, Panic attacks/disorders, Body horror, Toxic relationship, and Vomit
Minor: Acephobia/Arophobia and Animal death
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