greatexpectations77's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
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
3.5
I thought this story was quite good, and I was really REALLY upset when Emma was getting gaslit by everyone around her. I do wish the reveal was a bit more expertly unfolded; I didn't feel like everything was really wrapped up nicely. The end did hit me hard, but I think based on how into the story I was, the ending could have been just explosive. And the whole daughter side-plot seemed maybe too much? When describing the plot to my partner, he commented that there was quite a lot going on in here, and that's the truth. I also feel like if an author is going to use the kind of supernatural aspect, then it needs to be established as a possibility throughout the book. Like, the reader is looking for a realistic answer until told otherwise, so I supernatural answer doesn't feel very satisfying.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death of parent, Death, Abandonment, Gaslighting, and Mental illness
Moderate: Alcohol, Chronic illness, Infidelity, Injury/Injury detail, Adult/minor relationship, Blood, Bullying, Forced institutionalization, Child abuse, Medical content, Schizophrenia/Psychosis , Toxic friendship, and Toxic relationship
Minor: Drug use and Emotional abuse
doreyghc's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child abuse, Gaslighting, Mental illness, Car accident, and Schizophrenia/Psychosis
Moderate: Death of parent, Abandonment, Adult/minor relationship, Alcohol, and Injury/Injury detail
Minor: Blood, Infertility, Medical content, Miscarriage, Infidelity, and Grief
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