A review by illiteracywithasory
My Darling Dreadful Thing: A Novel by Johanna van Veen
3.0
⋆ARC REVIEW⋆
Thank you to NetGalley for this ARC in exchange for an honest review.
How else does one show the strength and sincerity of one’s love if not through suffering and sacrifice?
When I first laid eyes on the cover, I was genuinely drawn to dive into this read. However, I must admit that this novel didn't quite resonate with me. Despite being a commendable sapphic gothic horror with vivid depictions of both psychological and physical terror, it somehow fell short for my taste.
The initial pace was a bit slow for my liking, and I struggled to establish a meaningful connection with the characters as I had initially hoped. Some chapters leaned heavily into descriptions, while others seemed dominated by dialogue. It wasn't until the middle that the narrative found a harmonious balance, capturing my attention more effectively.
Surprisingly, the ending managed to captivate me to the extent that my rating increased by a star.
Despite my general opinion, I do think it's a worthwhile read. So, don't let my review discourage you from picking it up!
Thank you to NetGalley for this ARC in exchange for an honest review.
How else does one show the strength and sincerity of one’s love if not through suffering and sacrifice?
When I first laid eyes on the cover, I was genuinely drawn to dive into this read. However, I must admit that this novel didn't quite resonate with me. Despite being a commendable sapphic gothic horror with vivid depictions of both psychological and physical terror, it somehow fell short for my taste.
The initial pace was a bit slow for my liking, and I struggled to establish a meaningful connection with the characters as I had initially hoped. Some chapters leaned heavily into descriptions, while others seemed dominated by dialogue. It wasn't until the middle that the narrative found a harmonious balance, capturing my attention more effectively.
Surprisingly, the ending managed to captivate me to the extent that my rating increased by a star.
Despite my general opinion, I do think it's a worthwhile read. So, don't let my review discourage you from picking it up!