A review by dakotach7
Petals on the Wind by V.C. Andrews

fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.75

This book had a lot going on, similarly to the first book. The writing was also as beautiful as the first book. Also, I think Cathy could have alternatively gone to live in a nunnery and half of her problems would have gone away - seriously, every man in this book is predatory and terrible basically. Although the end of this book was VERY satisfying after the first book.
Essentially, Bart and Julian were the worst of the men in this book, abusive in every manner. Not really sad honestly that they both died lol? And Paul was... less offensive, but still, erm, very weird, for going after Cathy at the age she was. Chris had his unsettling moments as well. 

Although, towards the end, Cathy confronting her mother made it all worth it honestly. It was sooo satisfying watching her tear her mother down in front of everyone, especially when Corrine insisted on victimising herself.


Ultimately, I don't know how I feel about this. Did I enjoy reading this? Not always necessarily. Will I continue on to the next book? Probably. Call it morbid curiosity lol.
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