A review by mellimeldisiel
The Exhibitionist by Charlotte Mendelson

challenging emotional reflective tense medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? No
• Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.5

I don't think enjoy is the right term for this book - it was certainly eye opening and very difficult to read in terms of the toxic relationships portrayed. The reality and burn of the manipulation was stark and unforgiving against the perception of a perfect, arty, family. I kept wanting to shake the characters and get them to finish a sentence. Narratively, it was a bit like whiplash from person to person, so it was quite difficult to figure out what was going on at times, which was very deliberate, I think. Overall, a confusing and difficult read.