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A review by godfrina
The Family Upstairs by Lisa Jewell
challenging
dark
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
It made me very uncomfortable. (yes, it's a thriller but my God, the topic of oppression ugh)
Yet, I wanted to know how the stories will weave together. While the multiple stories took a while to set up, the ending felt almost rushed.
Yet, I wanted to know how the stories will weave together. While the multiple stories took a while to set up, the ending felt almost rushed.
Graphic: Child abuse, Confinement, Emotional abuse, Physical abuse, Toxic relationship, and Abandonment
Moderate: Adult/minor relationship, Drug abuse, Mental illness, and Murder
Minor: Miscarriage and Alcohol