A review by hnin
Sharp Objects by Gillian Flynn

dark mysterious sad tense medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.5

wowwwwww. gillian flynn does such an incredible job at writing twisted and troubled characters, and the last few chapters had me on the edge, and that final reveal is still so chilling even though i had an inkling about who the murderer was. i read some reviews that were disappointed that it was not as much of a mystery/thriller as they’d thought it would be, but i honestly really enjoyed reading about the sick and twisted dynamic between mother and daughter and generational trauma (which i feel is the main point of focus anyway); how actions of one generation influenced another (joya -> adora -> camille/amma). i cant wait to check out the series after this, and i’m looking forward to reading more of flynn’s books (i’m thinking gone girl???)