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sallenreads's review
dark
mysterious
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? N/A
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
My favorite part of I AM MARGARET MOORE is the writing -- Capin writes in such a poetic way and really brings the atmosphere of Marshall and its surroundings to life. While some readers won't connect with this particular style, I can see it being a good fit for those who enjoy darker novels in verse.
I think the pacing is also going to divide a lot of readers. From a logical standpoint, it seems like not much happens until the plot twist 2/3 through. On the other hand, the slow pacing of that first section of the book drew me in and got me invested, which made that plot twist hit that much harder. This book would probably be a better fit for readers who don't mind slower paced books, or are looking for something that feels a little more unsettling.
Ultimately, I found I AM MARGARET MOORE to be an impactful book about girls who feel silenced and that their ability to choose has been taken from them, all to protect the boys who put them in that situation in the first place. While the framing is unconventional, ultimately the book is about Margaret reclaiming her sense of self. This has potential to resonate with the readers who do connect to this book.
Thank you Wednesday Books for providing a copy for review.
I think the pacing is also going to divide a lot of readers. From a logical standpoint, it seems like not much happens until the plot twist 2/3 through. On the other hand, the slow pacing of that first section of the book drew me in and got me invested, which made that plot twist hit that much harder. This book would probably be a better fit for readers who don't mind slower paced books, or are looking for something that feels a little more unsettling.
Ultimately, I found I AM MARGARET MOORE to be an impactful book about girls who feel silenced and that their ability to choose has been taken from them, all to protect the boys who put them in that situation in the first place. While the framing is unconventional, ultimately the book is about Margaret reclaiming her sense of self. This has potential to resonate with the readers who do connect to this book.
Thank you Wednesday Books for providing a copy for review.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Murder
Moderate: Body horror, Death, Misogyny, Rape, and Pregnancy
Minor: Sexual content
kirbylover16's review
challenging
dark
mysterious
reflective
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
I got a little lost and, some parts are too repetitive. This was a captivating listen and kept me guessing. It was very poetic, which isn't my thing but, I loved Margaret and her friends. The ending had such a unique pov. I do want to recommend it for anyone who wants a supernatural horror with summer camp vibes.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Body horror, Bullying, and Abortion
Moderate: Confinement, Death, Drug abuse, Drug use, Eating disorder, Emotional abuse, Infidelity, Mental illness, Misogyny, Grief, Medical trauma, Car accident, and Gaslighting
Minor: Sexism, Suicidal thoughts, Toxic relationship, Vomit, and Murder
It hints at Margaret's ghost drowning someone and also hints at the other girls getting revenge but, as far as we know the boy lived. Also unclear if the boy really thought the rat poison would hurt her or not. There's a lot of attempted murder.