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kaabtik's review
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
3.5
An eerie yet intriguing story that left more questions asked than answers actually given.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Ableism
Moderate: Murder and Fire/Fire injury
marlohill's review
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
3.5
Good, quick read with a slightly frustrating ending. I was expecting more creepy, gothic vibes than this book actually gives, so I was disappointed on that front. I also think if Mary Katherine was younger, I would’ve enjoyed the book a bit more. She’s an 18 year old that acts like a 10 year old. That added to my frustration with certain aspects of the book and its voice, since she’s the narrator.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Death and Death of parent
Minor: Ableism and Child death
jacinderr's review
dark
funny
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
Relatable because I too hate people and want to hide in a house with my only two designated companions I can I tolerate.
Not very spooky, more of a character study
Somehow very gothic and very cottagecore at the same time.
A very accessible and great beginner classic!! Simple writing style and well paced, plot was predictable but the characters and atmosphere were so intriguing
Not very spooky, more of a character study
Somehow very gothic and very cottagecore at the same time.
A very accessible and great beginner classic!! Simple writing style and well paced, plot was predictable but the characters and atmosphere were so intriguing
Content Warnings
Graphic: Ableism and Death
Minor: Child death and Violence
anigoose's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
mysterious
medium-paced
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
Frequent visits to the wood, and yet, 0/10 🐻. Sigh!
This was a charming but rather dull little book. It was on a list of thrillers to read and while it had some murder and some Suspense About the Murder, it absolutely didn't feel like a thriller to me! More like a funky, darkish little coming of age novella.
This was a charming but rather dull little book. It was on a list of thrillers to read and while it had some murder and some Suspense About the Murder, it absolutely didn't feel like a thriller to me! More like a funky, darkish little coming of age novella.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Ableism, Body horror, Chronic illness, Death, and Panic attacks/disorders