Dreadful by Greer Rivers

416 pages first pub 2023 (editions)

fiction romance

Description

A dark, modern, romantic retelling of Sweeney Todd with a Medusa twist and a happy ever after.Their revenge is sweet… their love is unhinged.Fifteen years ago, a girl sacrificed her life for mine. I’ve wanted only justice ever since.Then Talia ent...

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Community Reviews Summary of 65 reviews

Moods

dark 100%
emotional 78%
tense 70%
mysterious 43%
sad 40%
challenging 24%
adventurous 21%
hopeful 10%
reflective 8%
funny 5%
inspiring 5%
relaxing 2%

Pace

medium 72%
fast 24%
slow 2%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 66% | Character: 18% | Plot: 14%

Strong character development?

Yes: 71% | It's complicated: 21% | No: 7%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 81% | It's complicated: 18%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 40% | Yes: 37% | It's complicated: 18% | N/A: 3%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 60% | It's complicated: 20% | No: 20%

Average rating

4.42

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