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darquedreamer's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
I devoured this one in a day. I was pulled under from page one and held there until the very end, where I was finally able to catch my breath again. It was everything I had wanted it to be, and so much more!
There was so much to love about The Narrow. The writing was descriptive and gripping and really painted a creepy picture. The plot was well developed and it was full of twists that I did not expect. The setting was isolating, full of fall vibes, and very well detailed. But, it was the characters that really made this one stand out.
I loved each and every one of them (well, except for a couple obvious ones, but no spoilers). The author put so much effort in to their storylines, even the "non-main" characters. They were diverse, authentic, unique and extremely fleshed out. And, the friendship/sisterhood felt between Eden and her friends was astounding. I lived for it!
This one has easily become one of my top reads this year. I don't think I had any complaints. If you love creepy boarding school settings, haunting ghost stories, powerful friendships, and mystery, then this is the one for you!
Moderate: Body horror, Drug abuse, Violence, Addiction, Homophobia, Toxic relationship, Domestic abuse, and Physical abuse
avidreaderandgeekgirl's review
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
I really enjoyed this book. I liked that it wasn't predictable. As well as how it dealt with mental health and dysfunctional relationships.
The only thing I didn't like was the "I'll die for love" mentality of quite a few characters. I know teenagers are overall dramatic, but that part was a bit over the top.
Overall, an amazing book!
Graphic: Mental illness, Blood, Body horror, Violence, Gaslighting, Lesbophobia, Domestic abuse, Alcohol, Toxic relationship, and Emotional abuse
Moderate: Drug abuse, Child abuse, Drug use, and Suicidal thoughts
Minor: Sexual content
bookcheshirecat's review against another edition
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
4.0
Graphic: Toxic relationship, Injury/Injury detail, Physical abuse, and Violence
Moderate: Homophobia, Drug abuse, Death, and Emotional abuse
Minor: Murder
brucethegirl's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.75
Graphic: Medical trauma, Homophobia, Drug use, Drug abuse, Domestic abuse, Violence, Religious bigotry, Medical content, Lesbophobia, Injury/Injury detail, Death, Emotional abuse, Physical abuse, and Toxic relationship
Moderate: Alcohol, Addiction, and Suicide
Minor: Body shaming