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mx_sunshine'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? No
3.5
I was more intrigued by the characters than emotionally connected to them.
That being said, I did enjoy each character and their interactions.
There is a surprising amount of humour in this book, especially in the dialogue.
I also liked the fast pace. It covered a lot of ground while getting to the point. Very action packed. An intense and interesting thriller.
I liked how powerful and clever Dasha was.
I liked the puzzle Oxana was and the differing interpretations of her character made by others in the novel.
I liked how Eve went from a victim to a villain. I also appreciated how her development was never that simple. Even in the beginning she was aware of her darker desires and the consequences. The scene where she kills Anton was gripping and a huge turning point for her character.
There are a lot of memorable scenes.
The confinement of the first shipping container, the biting cold and frozen urine. The explosive shit in the warehouse, covering every surface and every wedding dress. The horror Eve experienced at Kris’ death, the noiseless thud and vivid image of her blue coat in the snow. These images and more will stick with me.
I’m also super grateful for the happy ending! Maybe that’s debatable considering the toxic and abusive relationship between Eve and Oxana. But I’m glad they ended up together rather than apart. I didn’t see it coming.< / spoiler>
Graphic: Confinement, Deadnaming, Death, Gun violence, Sexual content, Suicidal thoughts, Toxic relationship, Violence, Blood, Excrement, Grief, Murder, and Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Emotional abuse and Misogyny
Minor: Animal cruelty, Panic attacks/disorders, Suicide attempt, Death of parent, and Alcohol
jazful's review
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Graphic: Death, Gun violence, Mental illness, Suicidal thoughts, Torture, Violence, Blood, Grief, Murder, and Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Deadnaming, Domestic abuse, Infidelity, Sexism, Medical content, Lesbophobia, and Abandonment
videokidd's review
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
Graphic: Gun violence, Sexual content, Violence, Blood, Excrement, and Murder
Moderate: Confinement, Deadnaming, Emotional abuse, Mental illness, Suicidal thoughts, Toxic relationship, Transphobia, and Grief
Minor: Alcohol