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blondevalkyrie's review
4.0
Very relevant, very moving, had me gripped from the start
This is a YA book but I was glad it had the trigger synopsis on the back. I normally let my “mature” 12 year old family member read YA books after me, but I think this one is more suited to 14 years plus. The story line is written with focus on three main characters and each chapter is headed by whoever is recalling the tale in that chapter. This type of writing works very well with this story line. Without spoiling the story, it is about three students with different backgrounds and takes on life who are the main characters. Initially the three characters are not seen to have lives that crossover and integrate much at all, but as the story progresses the intertwining becomes more obvious. It is a relatively deep study into the toxic masculinity in society and especially in privileged society that still abounds today. Through a modern storyline it can be seen how it has filtered through many generations. This book moved me so much as I could relate it to current situations with misogyny still rife in such “elite” places of privilege. It does show how through clever strategies and planning the truth can come out in the end.
This is a YA book but I was glad it had the trigger synopsis on the back. I normally let my “mature” 12 year old family member read YA books after me, but I think this one is more suited to 14 years plus. The story line is written with focus on three main characters and each chapter is headed by whoever is recalling the tale in that chapter. This type of writing works very well with this story line. Without spoiling the story, it is about three students with different backgrounds and takes on life who are the main characters. Initially the three characters are not seen to have lives that crossover and integrate much at all, but as the story progresses the intertwining becomes more obvious. It is a relatively deep study into the toxic masculinity in society and especially in privileged society that still abounds today. Through a modern storyline it can be seen how it has filtered through many generations. This book moved me so much as I could relate it to current situations with misogyny still rife in such “elite” places of privilege. It does show how through clever strategies and planning the truth can come out in the end.
historical_rain's review
dark
emotional
informative
inspiring
reflective
sad
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Rape
aimee's review
challenging
dark
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
maisie_dav10's review
Didn’t vibe with the book, couldn’t get into it and didn’t hold my intrest
juli875s's review
- 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
li_marie98's review against another edition
dark
emotional
informative
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
jmoura01's review against another edition
5.0
4.5/5 Stars
TW: Sexual Assault
I think the author did a wonderful job portraying the myriad, complex emotions and events relating to the assault in this book. Not only the feelings of the actual assault victim but all those who care about her, as well. I was riveted throughout. I think the multiple POVs only added to the whole picture. For me, the story flowed once I learned each character. I didn’t really notice any parts that lagged, in spite of the book being on the longer side.
I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own. Thank you to NetGalley and HarperCollins Children's Books, Quill Tree Books for this ARC.
TW: Sexual Assault
I think the author did a wonderful job portraying the myriad, complex emotions and events relating to the assault in this book. Not only the feelings of the actual assault victim but all those who care about her, as well. I was riveted throughout. I think the multiple POVs only added to the whole picture. For me, the story flowed once I learned each character. I didn’t really notice any parts that lagged, in spite of the book being on the longer side.
I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own. Thank you to NetGalley and HarperCollins Children's Books, Quill Tree Books for this ARC.
sammydodger45's review
challenging
emotional
inspiring
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
Such an incredibly written story. All the characters are amazingly written and you can really feel for all of them.
wavesturneddown's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.5