A review by madelinequinne
We Had to Remove This Post by Hanna Bervoets

challenging dark mysterious tense fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.75

I picked this book up because i’ve recently become fascinated with the macabre and disturbing ways the internet can be used, so this seemed like a perfect novel, and i enjoyed it even though it wasn’t quite what i expected. I thought it would focus more on the effects that the dark side of the internet can have on people, whereas it was more about Kayleigh’s relationships and how her and her girlfriend’s job affected the way they were together. 

The end confused me slightly, I couldn’t tell if Sigrid was accusing Kayleigh of performing unconsensual acts on her, and whether that was what actually happened or if what she’d been subjected to through her work twisted her view on their relationships. I was rather shocked when Sigrid and Kyo started spouting extremely anti semitic views, but i think that plot line was a great example of how being constantly exposed to those kinds of opinions and beliefs can make someone subscribe to them. 

Overall i enjoyed this book, and I would recommend it to anyone who wants a quick and gripping read! 
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