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bzliz'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? Yes
4.25
It seems like Ivy was a divisive character for a lot of people but I don’t mind her characterization. She doesn’t come off as whiny to me; she’s just a person who’s holding on to a grudge that developed in her formative years and was then left behind in a traumatic situation. It would be weird for that to not leave some psychological scars. Anyone who doesn’t understand that should count their blessings. On the flip side- damn, I know she’s a PI not a trained cop but she misses so many little slips as people are talking and it was a little frustrating. There were times I wanted to shake her and tell her to put down the drink and listen!
I’m split 50/50 on the ambiguous ending. On one hand, I’m fine with her choice to let the responsible party own up to their misdeeds. On the other, I would’ve liked a little more hope for her person life, such as Rahul opening the door or meeting her on the steps leaving more room for a potential reconciliation.
Also, if there’s a teacher who’s been the subject of many rumors of involvement with students and he’s a douche to everyone, just get rid of him. He shouldn’t be around children. And why is it always English teachers?
Graphic: Alcoholism, Body horror, Blood, Grief, Abortion, Pregnancy, and Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Cancer, Death of parent, and Injury/Injury detail
Minor: Panic attacks/disorders, Self harm, and Vomit
defunctfridge'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? Yes
4.75
Graphic: Alcoholism, Body horror, Cancer, Death, Gore, Blood, Abortion, Death of parent, Murder, and Alcohol
Minor: Eating disorder and Self harm
joepyeweed's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
1.5
Graphic: Body horror, Cancer, Death, Blood, Grief, Medical trauma, Abortion, Death of parent, Murder, and Gaslighting
Moderate: Panic attacks/disorders
Minor: Self harm and Sexual harassment
luvey_reads's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Moderate: Abortion, Toxic friendship, and Alcohol
Minor: Body shaming, Cancer, Pedophilia, Self harm, Terminal illness, and Pregnancy
arynapril'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? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Graphic: Gore
Moderate: Alcoholism, Body horror, and Blood
Minor: Adult/minor relationship, Bullying, Self harm, Vomit, and Medical trauma
lily1304'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? Yes
4.25
Yeah, it takes place at a boarding school for magical teens, but it's definitely not Harry Potter.
I would have rated it higher, except I feel like it has low reread-value - but the first read was SO fun!!
Graphic: Cancer, Death, Blood, Medical trauma, Abortion, Death of parent, and Alcohol
Moderate: Bullying, Gore, Terminal illness, Grief, and Sexual harassment
Minor: Self harm, Sexual content, Vomit, Pregnancy, and Toxic friendship