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A review by ashandbooks
Binding 13 by Chloe Walsh
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
reflective
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
This book was amazing and I am so happy that it exists. I mean it literally reminded me why I enjoy reading after slumping for the better part of 2 months. Seriously this is 6 our of 5 ...100 out of 5 stars for me.
This book contains content that may be trigging for some so please make sure to check trigger warnings before reading. Let me say going into this book I was a little afraid and not sure if I would be able to read this as abuse is heavily mentioned and there are on page scenes not to mention how long it it. But I am beyond happy that I continued with it because it was amazing. This book was written perfectly and the descriptions and banter between the characters was handled perfectly. Even the hard topics I felt were addressed correctly. There is cliff hanger at the end of this book so make sure to have the 2nd book Keeping 13 on hand because you will want to jump right in. While this book may seem daunting because of the length it honestly reads really quickly and doesn't feel like 600 pages at all.
I absolutely adore all of the characters in this book and the relationships. Johnny and Shannon seem to have such a genuine care and respect for each other and it was great to be able to see their relationship grow and their characters grow as well. Some of my favorite side characters ever were in this book ie Gibsie and I can't wait to get to his story.
As someone who understands all too much what Shannon has gone through and the growth it takes to reach the point she is at by the end of this book it was very hard to read but a very accurate description of the events and I enjoyed being able to get her thoughts along the way.
I currently have the newly trade publish edition and am hunting the indie edition that is how much I loved this book. I would encourage everyone to read it as long as they feel comfortable with the triggers.
This book contains content that may be trigging for some so please make sure to check trigger warnings before reading. Let me say going into this book I was a little afraid and not sure if I would be able to read this as abuse is heavily mentioned and there are on page scenes not to mention how long it it. But I am beyond happy that I continued with it because it was amazing. This book was written perfectly and the descriptions and banter between the characters was handled perfectly. Even the hard topics I felt were addressed correctly. There is cliff hanger at the end of this book so make sure to have the 2nd book Keeping 13 on hand because you will want to jump right in. While this book may seem daunting because of the length it honestly reads really quickly and doesn't feel like 600 pages at all.
I absolutely adore all of the characters in this book and the relationships. Johnny and Shannon seem to have such a genuine care and respect for each other and it was great to be able to see their relationship grow and their characters grow as well. Some of my favorite side characters ever were in this book ie Gibsie and I can't wait to get to his story.
As someone who understands all too much what Shannon has gone through and the growth it takes to reach the point she is at by the end of this book it was very hard to read but a very accurate description of the events and I enjoyed being able to get her thoughts along the way.
I currently have the newly trade publish edition and am hunting the indie edition that is how much I loved this book. I would encourage everyone to read it as long as they feel comfortable with the triggers.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child abuse
Moderate: Bullying, Suicidal thoughts, and Vomit
Minor: Sexual assault