Reviews tagging 'Toxic relationship'

The Shadow Sister by Lucinda Riley

2 reviews

justinenoon82's review against another edition

emotional hopeful inspiring mysterious reflective medium-paced

• 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

5.0

The dual timeline is exceptionally well-crafted, with meaningful parallels between past and present. The historical research feels thorough and organic to the story. Character development is particularly strong

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Chronic illness

Moderate: Death, Mental illness, Toxic relationship, Grief, Death of parent, Toxic friendship, Alcohol, and Classism

Minor: Pregnancy and War

The book deals with themes of adoption and hidden parentage in both timelines. The mystery of Pa Salt's death remains unresolved, with suggestions that he might still be alive. There are parallels between Star's relationship with CeCe and historical characters' relationships that reveal family connections.

helfire124's review against another edition

emotional funny hopeful inspiring mysterious sad medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Ableism, Animal death, Body horror, Child death, Death, Infertility, Infidelity, Mental illness, Miscarriage, Sexism, Terminal illness, Toxic relationship, Medical content, Grief, Death of parent, Pregnancy, Alcohol, Sexual harassment, War, Injury/Injury detail, and Classism