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roksyreads'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? It's complicated
4.5
Graphic: Body horror, Gore, Torture, Violence, Murder, and Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Child death
Minor: Child abuse, Pedophilia, and Rape
felicia's review against another edition
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
2.75
Graphic: Child death, Mental illness, and Murder
Moderate: Child abuse and Sexual assault
kristiranee's review against another edition
- Loveable characters? Yes
4.5
Moderate: Child abuse, Child death, and Rape
Minor: Pedophilia
Nothing explicit, but there are mentions of how many people/children have been murdered by the guys and brief mentions of how one guy likes younger kids that could be triggering to some readers.dom_pinkney'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? Yes
4.75
Graphic: Death
Minor: Child death and Physical abuse
shadowspinner'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? Yes
5.0
Graphic: Death, Kidnapping, Death of parent, and Murder
Moderate: Child death
Minor: Rape
dodie_sullivan's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
Graphic: Child abuse, Child death, Grief, and Murder
Moderate: Kidnapping and Injury/Injury detail
Minor: Animal death
stephanieluxton's review
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
2.0
This book was strange because it feels like it would have been better as a movie. The way the author wrote many of the scenes included things that would be jump scares if it was on tv, but lacked the impact when reading the scene. Additionally I have no idea what genre this book is. There are horror elements but the book is largely from the perspective of a ghost so the lack of mystery around her character removes all the spookiness.
Moderate: Bullying, Domestic abuse, Gore, Mental illness, Self harm, Torture, Blood, Kidnapping, Stalking, Death of parent, and Toxic friendship
Minor: Child abuse, Child death, Chronic illness, Misogyny, Sexual violence, and Fire/Fire injury
jayisreading's review
3.25
I thought the main point-of-view from a spirit named Okiku really interesting. She had a distinct voice that gave the story a strong direction for the most part, especially highlighting themes of healing as well as revenge. However, I think the development of the characters in this book suffered a little in favor of atmosphere, which, unfortunately, didn’t do much for me.
I think this is one of those hit-or-miss books. Chupeco is a great writer, though, so I don’t think you’ll be too disappointed with this one.
Graphic: Body horror, Child death, Gore, and Murder
Moderate: Torture, Violence, and Blood
Minor: Pedophilia and Rape
svangleboyer's review
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
I love that the majority of the story is narrated by the ghost because it really lets you see inside her mind and makes her easier to understand especially after learning about her tragic past. Rin Chupeco does an amazing job really drawing you into the story and her descriptions are so vivid that I felt like I was in Japan with Tarquin and his family. I also love that I learned more about Japan and Japanese culture and can't wait to learn more. I will say there are some pretty gory scenes so be warned. Definitely not for the faint of heart.
I love all the cast of characters because they are very relatable, and they all have their own flaws that I enjoy in novels. I love the devotion that Tarquin and his family have for each other because they are willing to do anything to help each other. I especially love the relationship between Tarquin and his cousin Callie and enjoyed watching their interactions. You can tell they have great love and respect for each other.
I highly recommend The Girl from the Well for any horror fans, any fans of the Ring series, and/or anyone interested in Japanese folklore.
Graphic: Gore and Death of parent
Minor: Child death
peppers_books's review against another edition
5.0
Graphic: Body horror, Child death, Death, Gore, Sexual violence, Violence, Blood, Death of parent, and Murder
Minor: Bullying and Pedophilia