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I Feed Her to the Beast and the Beast Is Me by Jamison Shea

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msrae89's review against another edition

dark medium-paced

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

4.0

I really enjoyed this book! It’s a dark story of a girl becoming a monster and finding her power. The book was beautifully written, and the story was fascinating! For comparison it felt like a blend of Black Swan and Vicious by V. E Schwab but still wholly unique.
There were some pacing issues but my biggest critique is that I wish Laure would have gone darker at the end. She had to suffer so much racism and classism, and in the end

just giving her notice and staying “you wanted too much from me”

just felt a little frustrating. Those other characters will never know the kindness Laura showed them.

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challenging dark emotional informative mysterious sad tense fast-paced

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? No

5.0

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katyakat's review against another edition

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dark emotional mysterious tense medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? It's complicated
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.75

The story takes a bit of time to really get going, and it requires some knowledge of ballet to fully appreciate the nuances. Jamison Shea clearly did extensive research for this book, and it shows. She’s not afraid to delve into the darker sides of friendship, exploring themes like jealousy and toxic traits.

One aspect I particularly enjoyed, and something I always appreciate in books, is how Laure accepts that she has a darker, not always kind personality. It’s refreshing to see a character who acknowledges their flaws and struggles with the societal pressures to fit into a box of what others think they should be. This adds a layer of depth and realism to her character, making her journey all the more compelling.

The second half of the book truly shines. However, the first 150 pages felt a bit slow, lacking the pace that would make it more gripping. While this slower start does provide a clear insight into Laure’s character and mindset, it could have benefited from more action to keep readers engaged.

Despite this, Shea crafts a fascinating world that kept me intrigued, and I’m definitely looking forward to the sequel. She has a talent for creating compelling settings and complex characters, and I’m excited to see where she takes the story next.

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