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cozywithraven's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
funny
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
I really enjoyed this, it was such a fun read. It felt like the author really loved the idea of Wonderland and wanted to add to it (sometimes books like these feel more like they want to force a pre-existing concept into their own version). There was something about this that just sucked me in from the first few chapters.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Mental illness, Forced institutionalization, and Schizophrenia/Psychosis
Moderate: Ableism, Child abuse, Confinement, Medical trauma, Stalking, and Toxic friendship
siglerbooknook's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
I truly loved this book. It was super cute and very unique. I find it hard to define this book or describe it in a way that does it justice. It was odd but cute, unique but felt classic, twisted and sinister yet somehow still a comforting read. I love the premise and setting. I adored the twisted changes to wonderland and all the little punk details. I really liked Alyssa as a main character. Both Jeb and Morpheus felt a little forced to me, but I still enjoyed their characters. I can definitely see myself reading this book again.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Body horror, Confinement, Mental illness, Forced institutionalization, Grief, and Schizophrenia/Psychosis
Moderate: Bullying, Gore, Panic attacks/disorders, Kidnapping, and Injury/Injury detail
Minor: Child abuse, Chronic illness, Drug abuse, Drug use, Emotional abuse, Self harm, Sexual content, Suicide, Suicide attempt, Toxic friendship, and Alcohol