A review by alysbookclub
The Maidens by Alex Michaelides

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

3.25

A solid mystery - I really enjoyed the mythology and cult-ish aspects. 

I think what made it a 3-star read for me was that
since the narrator was so dead set that Fosca was the killer, it was then obviously not him. Zoe's reveal was honestly more horrifying than satisfying since she was groomed and abused and it was so sad. I wish there were some aspects that would have (even super subtlety) hinted at Sebastian's true self, but there was really nothing, so it felt out of left field.


However, the writing was great and I still did enjoy the book! 
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