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A review by vi_holmes
The Familiars by Stacey Halls
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
While a couple chapter had some pacing issues, overall this was a great read! I caught myself holding my breath a few times! It was so tense and so captivating! It's obvious that the author did extensive research and took great care to give these people a story that so viscerally puts you in their time.
Graphic: Alcoholism, Miscarriage, Blood, Religious bigotry, and Pregnancy
Moderate: Adult/minor relationship, Emotional abuse, Gaslighting, and Classism
Minor: Child death and Sexual assault