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A review by mabelcharlotte
Plain Bad Heroines by Emily M. Danforth
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
I did really enjoy this book. It only took me so long to read because I’ve been so busy and tired recently, I don’t get to read as much as I’d like. I think if I had more time and I was able to get through it quicker I would have enjoyed it even more.
I usually really struggle to get through books that change perspective. I get so invested in each character that I can’t get onboard with the sudden change. But I enjoyed this. Maybe because I’ve been reading it slowly anyway, but also I have genuinely enjoyed all the characters and all their backstories. Although I still had a lot of questions by the end so I didn't finish it entirely without feeling disappointed.
Also, and this will sound made up, but genuinely in the mornings when I’ve been getting ready for school, there have been wasps coming through my window which has never happened before. I think they’re attracted to the light as it’s still dark when I get up recently. But still, creepy!
I usually really struggle to get through books that change perspective. I get so invested in each character that I can’t get onboard with the sudden change. But I enjoyed this. Maybe because I’ve been reading it slowly anyway, but also I have genuinely enjoyed all the characters and all their backstories. Although I still had a lot of questions by the end so I didn't finish it entirely without feeling disappointed.
Also, and this will sound made up, but genuinely in the mornings when I’ve been getting ready for school, there have been wasps coming through my window which has never happened before. I think they’re attracted to the light as it’s still dark when I get up recently. But still, creepy!
Content Warnings
Minor: Mental illness