ran_sophia's review against another edition
challenging
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.0
The author has a pretty good writing style, but I still didn't like the book very much. Descriptions of all the equipment in the house seemed completely useless to me. The only thing I liked was the theme of the book, that every action and decision has its consequences.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Homophobia, Toxic friendship, Toxic relationship, and Classism
Moderate: Sexual content, Alcohol, and Body shaming
Minor: Fatphobia and Sexual violence
fomko's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
reflective
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Beautifully written.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Murder, Rape, Homophobia, Violence, Suicide, Suicidal thoughts, Sexual violence, Sexism, Misogyny, Gaslighting, Emotional abuse, Drug use, Death, Cultural appropriation, and Classism
jowmy4's review against another edition
dark
slow-paced
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
It may have been the fact that I was listening to an audiobook version, but I found many of the long, descriptive paragraphs hard to follow. As it's a Wilde, though, the dialogue was good. There's character development, but not in a 'positive' direction. Social commentary.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Blood, Death, and Violence
Minor: Sexual violence
Regarding the violence, death and blood,Spoiler
The only likable character is murdered by the main character.
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