zoe_maria's review against another edition
dark
emotional
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
slow-paced
- 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
3.5
An interesting read; while it certainly dragged in the middle part, it still somehow managed to keep me intrigued. The main reason for this was probably the truly outstanding writing, since the plot is not advanced at all until the very end, where the big reveal takes place. But the solving of the murder took a backseat anyway throughout the book - this is a character study masked as a thriller, and it explores some really interesting topics. However, do not go into this expecting a fast-paced mystery thriller, because it's not that at all.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Abandonment, Violence, Murder, Body shaming, and Alcohol
Moderate: Addiction, Vomit, and Infidelity
Minor: Adult/minor relationship
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