A review by piperkitty
The Hemlock Queen by Hannah Whitten

challenging emotional medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.5

The Hemlock Queen by Hannah Whitten

Thank Netgalley and Little Brown Books for providing me with an advance copy.

This book, a much quicker and easier read than the first one in the series, resonates with Lore's relatable coping mechanisms. We see her dealing with her pain through alcohol, a method many of us can understand, as she struggles to move on from the events of the previous book. Her feelings of anguish, pain, and anxiety were portrayed so beautifully that I could really connect with what she was experiencing.

The love triangle, a significant and compelling theme, continues to unfold in this story. Gabe's reluctance to acknowledge his feelings allows Bastian to step in, creating a complex