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annarchy_'s review
dark
mysterious
reflective
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
Content Warnings
Graphic: Alcoholism, Animal death, Cancer, Cursing, Death, Drug use, Emotional abuse, Toxic relationship, Grief, Death of parent, Fire/Fire injury, Gaslighting, Toxic friendship, and Alcohol
utopiaandmelancholy's review
dark
emotional
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
I found this a really compelling read; while I was gripped by the mystery set up by the start, I was buoyed along on Katie's perspective on the tribulations of growing up and trying to escape the small town she grew up in. The almost 'mean girls'-like dynamic between the central characters was hard to read at times, because I wanted so much better for Katie and Maeve. I particularly appreciated the depiction of growing up in a small rural town as complex rather than simply idyllic. As a young woman and recent graduate, this relatable story with a hopeful ending was a book I really needed right now.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Child death
Minor: Alcoholism
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