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zackneuman's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
sad
tense
medium-paced
- 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
3.25
Content Warnings
Graphic: Animal death, Suicide, and Stalking
Moderate: Suicidal thoughts, Toxic relationship, Dementia, and Schizophrenia/Psychosis
Minor: Panic attacks/disorders
ethapagesofwonder's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.5
Honestly, I don't have much to say about this book. I picked it up after hearing a lot of hyped from readers, which piqued my interest. Initially, the story gripped me with its odd, tense, and unsettling atmosphere. However, as I delved into the second half, it lost its spark, becoming boring, stale, and dragging. I found myself struggling to stay engaged, especially with the confusing ending and plot twist.
In conclusion, while the book started off strong, its lackluster second half and perplexing conclusion left me feeling let down. I'd only recommend it to readers deeply invested in the genre who don't mind slower pacing. Otherwise, there are better reads out there.
In conclusion, while the book started off strong, its lackluster second half and perplexing conclusion left me feeling let down. I'd only recommend it to readers deeply invested in the genre who don't mind slower pacing. Otherwise, there are better reads out there.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Suicide
Moderate: Dementia
njenni's review against another edition
challenging
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- 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
4.0
Really well written and very tense. Something about the ending fell a little flat for me, though that too was well written. A lot of the tension in the book was based on small things that didn’t quite make sense, but I don’t think the ending really justified them. I also felt a little cheated to have a female protagonist turn out to just be the projection of a male protagonist.
All in all it was worth reading and despite my slight misgivings still gave me lots to think about.
All in all it was worth reading and despite my slight misgivings still gave me lots to think about.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death and Suicide
Moderate: Mental illness
Minor: Dementia
jude_rose's review against another edition
dark
emotional
funny
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
This book is captivating, complex and a little creepy. I loved it, it's a psychological thriller that keeps you guessing till the end. It was a bit hard to follow till the end, but that was just part of the fun. If you aren't into thrillers or confusing books that put a lot onto you as the reader to take from the book, you won't like it. I liked it cuz I'm a sad bitch who loves vague books so I can make up my own ending.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Animal death
Minor: Bullying, Gore, Self harm, Suicidal thoughts, Suicide, Blood, Dementia, Suicide attempt, and Murder
camz's review against another edition
dark
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
Esta es la clase de libros que se define por su final, así que entiendo por qué a tanta gente no le gusta. La verdad es que a mi ese tipo de final siempre me a parecido un truco barato, pero no sé explicar muy bien por qué siento que con esta historia si encaja.
En otros libros parece ser que el autor quiere escribir todas estas escenas llenas de de tensión que como lector no puedes entender, y cuando llega el final y debes explicar cómo todo tiene sentido o se relaciona se ven incapaces de hacerlo, así que decir que todo fue parte de su imaginación parece la salida fácil. Y si alguien dice que éste es el mismo con este libro, no lo refutaría, entiendo por qué lo verían de esa forma, pero yo no lo creo.
Se siente intencional, como si el autor supiera exactamente a donde quería llegar desde el inicio y por tanto plantó todas las semillas a lo largo de la historia, no parece un final de última hora solo porque no pudo pensar en nada mejor, y si bien no es mi final favorito tampoco puedo ser tan dura y agruparlo con esa otra clase de autores
En otros libros parece ser que el autor quiere escribir todas estas escenas llenas de de tensión que como lector no puedes entender, y cuando llega el final y debes explicar cómo todo tiene sentido o se relaciona se ven incapaces de hacerlo, así que decir que todo fue parte de su imaginación parece la salida fácil. Y si alguien dice que éste es el mismo con este libro, no lo refutaría, entiendo por qué lo verían de esa forma, pero yo no lo creo.
Se siente intencional, como si el autor supiera exactamente a donde quería llegar desde el inicio y por tanto plantó todas las semillas a lo largo de la historia, no parece un final de última hora solo porque no pudo pensar en nada mejor, y si bien no es mi final favorito tampoco puedo ser tan dura y agruparlo con esa otra clase de autores
Content Warnings
Graphic: Animal death and Dementia
millieh404's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
Content Warnings
Graphic: Animal death, Death, Mental illness, Suicide, Dementia, and Schizophrenia/Psychosis