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michaelpdonley's review against another edition
2.0
It is hard to watch a downward spiral. This book starts disturbing, and goes downhill from there. The author of The Lovely Bones and Lucky (which my wife said was brilliant) must've wanted to explore utter hopelessness, which is just not where I want to live.
monicadery's review against another edition
4.0
If you have ever read an Alice Sebold novel, this will feel familiar. Her style is evident throughout the novel. While the subject matter was tough and at first seemed quite ludicrous, I do think that it had a natural and human aspect that many writers are afraid to tackle.
I liked how Helen was characterized as someone you should like but ultimately hate. Her actions are what make her real. I enjoyed how the book did not sugar coat it and end on a perfect note of happiness and resolve.
Overall, a good read that was quite easy.
I liked how Helen was characterized as someone you should like but ultimately hate. Her actions are what make her real. I enjoyed how the book did not sugar coat it and end on a perfect note of happiness and resolve.
Overall, a good read that was quite easy.
nastian's review against another edition
4.0
Maybe not the most exciting plot for most but hit me like a ton of bricks.
An exploration of generational trauma like no other.
An exploration of generational trauma like no other.
beadypea's review against another edition
4.0
This one was hard to put down...very gripping; my heart sank with every wrong turn Helen took.
varo's review against another edition
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? It's complicated
3.0
eam541's review against another edition
dark
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
marisad's review against another edition
1.0
I bought this at a used book fair after having enjoyed The Lovely Bones. I was very disappointed and had a difficult time even finishing it. Such a disturbing subject.
sweetwaru's review against another edition
1.0
DNF after page 88, I just couldn't force myself to read this anymore. it was disturbing in ways I don't want to remember .