A review by cj_mo_2222
Things We Do in the Dark by Jennifer Hillier

dark emotional hopeful mysterious reflective sad tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.5

This is the first book I've read by Hillier and I liked it so much I plan on reading more. This book includes a couple of different timelines and points-of-view - a young girl surviving life with an abusive mother, that same mother about to be released early from prison, the podcaster who wants to remind everyone of what kind of person that woman is, and a young woman accused of killing her wealthy older husband. It was never confusing and the switches between timelines and narration were smooth. Some of the scenes are intense but I was captivated by the clever writing and pleased with the satisfying ending. 
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