liliak03's review against another edition
challenging
dark
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
This started so strong but became repetitive and dragged towards the end. Such fantastic writing though; I will definitely look into Hardy's work in the future.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Sexual assault
muskeyto's review against another edition
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
malliebat's review against another edition
4.0
This book was amazing for how it elicited such an emotional reaction from many of its readers. The plot wasn't predictable and it depicts many downfalls found in society. It offers much for discussions because it deals with many ideals and topics that are still controversial today. Even though the events of the book often angered or saddened me, I was pleased with the ultimate ending of the story. When I reached that ending, it felt to me as if it was unavoidable, unexpected and moving in an unforeseen way. I would highly recommend this to readers who don't want a typical novel.
laurendart's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
4.0
rhysciar's review against another edition
4.0
God, Hardy, how could you do this at the end? I was so... mad, yes! Poor Tess, though I think she wasn't quite herself when she got rid of Alec at last. And Angel... I can't find the words to describe his idiocy. Somebody should have kicked some sense into that boy, he clearly deserved it. But all in all, this was a good novel.
lillie102's review against another edition
5.0
Ok so...... This book made me cry so hard at the end. At first i was angry with Tessa but then i got angry with Angel. But oh god in the end it was such a plot twister!!! i definitely recommend this book!!
maxnic's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
informative
reflective
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.75