A review by grapestakes
Nightcrawling by Leila Mottley

challenging dark emotional reflective tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

5.0

I haven’t read a book this steeped in trauma since A Little Life. However, any direct comparisons to that book would be a discredit. I honestly feel uncomfortable reviewing a book deeply centered in the lives experiences of so many people. But I think the important point is, this is beautifully written. The characters are so well drawn. This read is just as important as it is fulfilling. I highly recommend going into this somewhat blind in terms of plot but CHECK THE TRIGGER WARNINGS. 

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