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alexisgarcia's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Graphic: Body horror, Child death, Chronic illness, Death, Terminal illness, Blood, Grief, Stalking, and Toxic friendship
vigil's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
the plot began to trail off upon the introduction of the general, though the answers to the mysteries throughout the book were fully delivered (a bit too fully, you could say) in a very sussinct manner that, once finished, quickly pushed you towards the climax.
the ending was, in my opinion somewhat anti-climatic, but i understand that was the style of the time. i do think that in making carmilla more of a vague outline of a monster, rather than something present, both added and detracted from the climax, which really need more of her actually in it.
i really found carmen maria machado's introduction to be informative as well as her footnotes, though they often leaned towards comedy.
i had a fun time with this book though i think if it were longer, it would've made the book much better. especially the climax.
Graphic: Body horror, Child death, Chronic illness, Death, Terminal illness, Toxic relationship, Violence, Blood, and Murder
Minor: Racism and Xenophobia
sunbeam_reader's review against another edition
5.0
Graphic: Body horror
akira_outofthegravity's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
3.75
I love it, it’s short, sweet, and simple. And while I’m certain that it’s meant to be read as a “ooo lesbianism bad turn to god!” I found it surprisingly romantic in parts. I think that it would make an incredible romance, as well as adapt nicely into modern day times.
Honestly, this book convinced me that yes, vampires are sexy. More sapphic vampires please. Extra points if they’re vintage 👀
Graphic: Body horror, Death, and Blood
atalea's review against another edition
- 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? Yes
4.0
Moderate: Body horror and Child death
Minor: Suicide
thenerdybookwitch's review against another edition
4.0
Note: This is a book from 1872 so problematic themes are still going to be present. Especially outdated terms that are Ableist today. It also has such a negative view on Suicide at the end. Just keep that in mind when reading.
Graphic: Body horror, Death, and Murder
Moderate: Ableism, Blood, Medical content, Abandonment, and Injury/Injury detail
Minor: Racism, Suicide, Medical trauma, Death of parent, and Alcohol
amalyndb's review against another edition
3.5
Graphic: Body horror, Child death, Chronic illness, Death, Gore, Homophobia, and Blood
Moderate: Emotional abuse, Sexual assault, Suicide, Grief, and Gaslighting
Minor: Racism
ashleycmms's review against another edition
- 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? No
3.0
Graphic: Body horror, Child death, Death, Blood, Murder, and Injury/Injury detail
steviaplath's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
Graphic: Body horror, Death, and Blood