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wickedgrumpy's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
2.0
This is not to say that the writing is bad. I think the way the author uses metaphor is very vibrant and evocative and honestly paints a picture with phrases and repetition. I just cannot get over the juvenile relationship angst. Oh well. Not for me, but could be for thee.
Minor: Ableism, Adult/minor relationship, Alcoholism, Body shaming, Bullying, Child abuse, Child death, Confinement, Death, Domestic abuse, Emotional abuse, Gun violence, Miscarriage, Misogyny, Physical abuse, Suicidal thoughts, Torture, Toxic relationship, Violence, Forced institutionalization, Police brutality, Medical content, Kidnapping, Grief, Medical trauma, Stalking, Murder, Pregnancy, Abandonment, War, Injury/Injury detail, and Classism
chloelj27's review against another edition
- 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? It's complicated
4.0
Moderate: Child death, Death, Domestic abuse, Miscarriage, Suicidal thoughts, and Injury/Injury detail
Minor: Alcoholism, Child abuse, and Gun violence
jen1804's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
What a fantastic use of a novella, I appreciated these 108 pages so much oh my goodness. Love loved Aaron’s POV and discovering parts of the story we already know but from his perspective, helping me warm up to him immensely! He’s just a damaged soul trying to do his best in his bleak circumstances, explanations are given and plot points are expanded on and who knew, Aaron Warner actually has a good heart. Part of me feels protective of him.
I also adored the insight into Juliette’s journal entries that she kept whilst she was isolated in the asylum, further cementing the chaotic thoughts she had, and the empathetic way that Aaron reacted to reading these. Loved. Looking forward to book 2 after this complex and layered character development of Aaron. Thank you Mafi.
Satisfactory ending? Cliffhanger, yes.
Graphic: Child abuse, Death, and Physical abuse
Moderate: Child death, Confinement, Domestic abuse, and Murder
Minor: Alcoholism, Suicidal thoughts, and Schizophrenia/Psychosis
that_reader_naomi's review against another edition
- 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
2.0
Graphic: Child abuse, Emotional abuse, Suicidal thoughts, and Gaslighting
Moderate: Gun violence, Physical abuse, Murder, and Injury/Injury detail
Minor: Alcoholism