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A review by mariaeileen
Death in Her Hands by Ottessa Moshfegh
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
The book is quite slow paced to begin with, the story doesn’t really pick up till the third chapter and I’m not quite a fan of the stream of conscience style of writing used in the book which is why this book has a lower rating.
Otherwise I really like the way Otessa Moshfegh tackles certain themes in the book, including the death of the protagonists partner.
Otherwise I really like the way Otessa Moshfegh tackles certain themes in the book, including the death of the protagonists partner.
Graphic: Animal death and Murder
Moderate: Animal cruelty, Suicide, and Suicide attempt
Minor: Cancer and Suicidal thoughts