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challenging
dark
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
The book is well-written and discusses female & religious horror well, but Stephen King’s weird sexualisation of every female character in the book (including the teenagers) just grossed me out.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Bullying, Child abuse, Death, Toxic relationship, Religious bigotry, and Fire/Fire injury
Moderate: Pedophilia and Sexual content
Stephen King sexualises female characters a lot.