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dark
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
I really enjoyed revisiting the world of The Appeal, which was one of my favorite books of 2022. Seeing the same quirky characters in a new mystery was very fun and a great way to distract myself while I've been sick. However, I did find the mystery itself to be kind of weak and I think that this author is much better than this novella makes her seem. I would've preferred a full length sequel where she could have taken her time and unraveled a murder mystery like in the first book.
Graphic: Alcoholism, Body horror, Chronic illness, Confinement, Death, Domestic abuse, Emotional abuse, Excrement, Toxic friendship, and Alcohol
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