A review by raix
The Paying Guests by Sarah Waters

emotional tense slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

3.0

Most of the tension falls in the last couple of chapters. I honestly had no idea how it would turn out! I was surprised even til the last scene! 
I really liked that Frances was already established as being gay/liking women, rather than this being a new experience for both of them. The detail of her previous relationship (and the fact she still hangs out with her ex lol) felt very realistic. I'm still not really sure how I feel about Lillian. 
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