emmmantonelli's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
jemima_reads's review against another edition
dark
tense
slow-paced
- 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
4.0
jcpdiesel21's review against another edition
3.0
Gripping as it unfolds, but ultimately a bit overloaded. I greatly enjoyed exploring the complicated relationship between the Durant sisters as well as the competitive world of ballet within their studio; these descriptions and interactions are where Abbott's writing shines the most. The unfolding mystery and changing dynamics brought about by an outsider are incredibly interesting and create a propulsive plot. The final act piles on the twists, and while it was fun at first to be repeatedly surprised by new developments, after a while it felt like Abbott bit off more than she could chew with regard to the tale's themes and ideas. A more streamlined story would have been a real winner.
book_love001's review against another edition
dark
emotional
informative
mysterious
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
4.25
va1kyreads's review
dark
emotional
reflective
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
ilovejaydyn's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-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
3.75
Content Warnings
Graphic: Infidelity, Adult/minor relationship, Incest, and Murder