A review by mushymargo
The Maidens by Alex Michaelides

slow-paced

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

2.75

So predictable, slow, depressing

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Child abuse, Chronic illness, Death, Emotional abuse, Infertility, Infidelity, Pedophilia, Physical abuse, Self harm, Suicidal thoughts, Grief, Death of parent, and Murder