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maraa's review against another edition
4.0
Difficult subjects with spots of hope throughout. I liked how it was written and got hooked on the main character and her life. (But, I cannot confirm if the story is realistic as I don’t have personal experience with every one of the topics.) Trigger warnings.
papernapkin's review against another edition
4.0
3.5⭐ The switch between past and present was a good pacing vehicle. The main character's mental illness is thoroughly explored, without being self indulgent or things being resolved too neatly. Claire Alexander has a straightforward writing style, and I wasn't surprised that her oeuvre includes both children's stories and non-fiction sociology texts. Will definitely read more from her.
bluemg's review against another edition
emotional
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
amakhani's review against another edition
5.0
gripping, very good descriptions of depression. very intense as well, i felt the need to walk away at times. i especially like that the story is truly about meredith accepting herself and working through everything in her own way. very refreshing
katie_burgert's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
bdoer39's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
funny
hopeful
sad
tense
medium-paced
5.0
szm2001's review against another edition
sad
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual assault
sarahl0726's review against another edition
dark
emotional
hopeful
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child abuse, Domestic abuse, Emotional abuse, Mental illness, Panic attacks/disorders, Physical abuse, Rape, Self harm, Sexual assault, Suicidal thoughts, Suicide attempt, and Abandonment
Moderate: Bullying, Cancer, Miscarriage, and Death of parent
ebtdean's review against another edition
5.0
I didn’t expect this to be a 5 star book, but it is and I loved it.
erinjp123's review against another edition
4.0
I really liked this book. The characters, the story. It was both cozy and not; low and the highest stakes at the same time. A good listen