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c_from_marrs's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
funny
mysterious
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
Some very painfully real moments in a novel with some fantastical elements. I love the complexity she brought to the main character, she isn’t exactly likable in my opinion. And overall I love the tie ins to Greek mythology. I have mixed feelings about the treatment and death of Dominic, the dog. I’m not sure if the story needed it, but maybe I’m sensitive about that.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Animal cruelty, Animal death, Sexual assault, and Sexual content
dnllbchr's review against another edition
challenging
dark
funny
sad
medium-paced
3.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Animal cruelty and Animal death
Moderate: Addiction
Minor: Sexual assault
literarytaurean's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
mysterious
reflective
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Melissa Broder just solidified herself as my favorite author alive (Rooney is probably second). She is always so raw and ugly in the most realistic sense while sucking you into mentally and sexually disturbed scenarios. Her writing is honest and twisted and relatable and I couldn't find anything better for myself. She's the only author I can read 150+ pgs per sitting, she's incredible.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Addiction, Animal cruelty, Animal death, Mental illness, Panic attacks/disorders, Self harm, Sexual content, Suicidal thoughts, Blood, Excrement, Grief, and Suicide attempt
Minor: Adult/minor relationship, Sexual assault, Toxic relationship, Medical content, Medical trauma, and Stalking