A review by herdarklibrary
Root and Bone by Jessica Raney

challenging dark mysterious tense medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? No
• Diverse cast of characters? No

2.5

This book was well paced and had dark and gritty themes. It was extremely dialogue heavy which for me isn’t what I look for in a book, a better balance between description and dialogue could go a long way. The relationship between the sisters was well established but I did feel surrounding characters weren’t fleshed out enough for me to grasp a full picture. 

Overall I felt this book was ok, but I didn’t enjoy the abuse that takes place. Although I understand sometimes authors like to delve into abuse to get an emotional understanding. I just didn’t think it was written in enough context and reflection for me. It made me uncomfortable at times and that largely ruined the book for me.