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A review by kaadee
The First Time She Drowned by Kerry Kletter
dark
emotional
inspiring
reflective
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Geez, where do I begin. I remember reading this book in 8th grade but I didn’t finish it. It has been on my mind every since then and I decided to pick it up two days ago. It took me two days to finish, which is pretty quick (although it is a YA book) I really related to Cassie in the sense of not knowing my place in the world or feeling trapped by my feelings.
I love the way the author describes things, it makes me feel really seen. I’m glad I saved reading this book all the way through now that I’m older because I just relate much more. I would recommend to friends and I’m definitely gonna buy my own personal copy :)
Note: I’m making this a 5 star because I can’t stop thinking about it months later!!!!!
I love the way the author describes things, it makes me feel really seen. I’m glad I saved reading this book all the way through now that I’m older because I just relate much more. I would recommend to friends and I’m definitely gonna buy my own personal copy :)
Note: I’m making this a 5 star because I can’t stop thinking about it months later!!!!!
Graphic: Child abuse, Forced institutionalization, Sexual assault, Suicide, Abandonment, Adult/minor relationship, Domestic abuse, Emotional abuse, Gaslighting, Mental illness, Suicidal thoughts, Suicide attempt, and Toxic relationship