clarethajoanne's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
Graphic: Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Blood, Body horror, Violence, and Stalking
Minor: Murder, Death, Gun violence, Drug abuse, Sexual violence, Rape, Car accident, Physical abuse, Kidnapping, and Injury/Injury detail
theultrasoft's review against another edition
Graphic: Body horror, Blood, Injury/Injury detail, Gore, and Gun violence
kaylin830's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
Graphic: Torture, Blood, Murder, Body horror, Rape, Child abuse, Pedophilia, Physical abuse, Sexual assault, Death of parent, Gore, Kidnapping, Grief, and Sexual content
amberv92's review against another edition
- 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? It's complicated
2.25
Graphic: Gun violence, Murder, Body horror, Child abuse, Kidnapping, Blood, Death, Adult/minor relationship, Sexual violence, Violence, Gore, Pedophilia, Injury/Injury detail, Physical abuse, Rape, Sexual harassment, Sexual assault, Sexual content, and Stalking
agameofbooksblog's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Perkins excels at creating a chilling and foreboding atmosphere, making the woods a character in its own right. The setting is beautifully described, evoking a sense of unease and making the reader feel like they are right alongside the characters, navigating the eerie and treacherous forest. The main characters, Abby and Gretchen, are relatable and well-developed, drawing readers into their personal struggles and fears. The alternating perspectives provide insight into their thoughts and motivations, adding depth to their experiences and heightening the tension as the mystery unravels.
The plot is intricately woven, with twists and turns that kept me guessing until the final pages. Perkins skillfully builds suspense, balancing moments of quiet unease with pulse-pounding action. The story explores themes of friendship, trauma, and survival, all while keeping readers on the edge of their seats. "The Woods Are Always Watching" is a thrilling and satisfying read that will appeal to fans of both mystery and psychological suspense. Perkins' venture into this genre proves her storytelling versatility and solidifies her as a talented author capable of delivering captivating narratives across different genres.
Graphic: Cursing, Gun violence, Injury/Injury detail, Kidnapping, Gore, Blood, Body horror, Death, Murder, Violence, and Misogyny
Moderate: Death of parent, Stalking, Sexual assault, and Car accident
Minor: Vomit
jessicasophie's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
1.0
Graphic: Animal death, Torture, Injury/Injury detail, Blood, Murder, Gun violence, Stalking, Medical trauma, Gore, Body horror, and Violence
Moderate: Rape, Sexual violence, and Sexual assault
Minor: Alcohol and Addiction
tomato_soop's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.5
Graphic: Torture, Murder, Gun violence, Violence, Blood, Body horror, Gore, and Death of parent
Moderate: Pedophilia, Rape, and Kidnapping
Minor: Addiction, Car accident, Alcoholism, Vomit, Child abuse, and Animal death
wirewrappedlily's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
2.5
Graphic: Blood, Gun violence, Gore, Violence, Kidnapping, Body horror, Abandonment, Stalking, Toxic friendship, and Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Death of parent, Mental illness, Grief, Emotional abuse, Sexual assault, and Sexual violence
directorpurry's review
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.25
Graphic: Vomit, Gore, Gun violence, Injury/Injury detail, Murder, Sexual violence, Body horror, Sexual content, Violence, Blood, Classism, Death, Kidnapping, Physical abuse, Rape, Sexual assault, Stalking, Torture, and Excrement
Moderate: Animal death and Drug abuse
Minor: Death of parent and Alcohol
phantomgecko's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.25
Maybe I'm just jaded, but the lurid descriptive writing didn't fit. It felt forced and was jarringly opposed to the tone.
The characters were introduced to be unlikable. A lot of focus is given to their souring relationship, ostensibly to emphasize the true friendship that shines through in the end or whatever. However, I found the tone to be disjointed and the buildup to the horror ineffective. The book can be split into two totally different genres. A beginning teen drama with no tension or thrill, then suddenly a gory horror
Not impressed.
Graphic: Body horror
Moderate: Violence, Sexual violence, Murder, Gun violence, and Toxic friendship
Minor: Death of parent and Drug use