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A review by 01melon
This Is Where We Talk Things Out by Caitlin Marceau
challenging
dark
emotional
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
After finishing the book, my immediate impression was that, although being predictable, I still loved it—but, god, that finale. She is powerless therefore her fiancé can't get through to her. Her mum pushed her down the side of a mountain, breaking her leg, and then she got into a car accident while attempting to flee. She's stuck there with her insane mother and dead dad. After going through all of that in just two days, I'm furious because she deserved a happy ending. What the heck?
Graphic: Homophobia, Panic attacks/disorders, and Lesbophobia
Moderate: Eating disorder, Emotional abuse, and Death of parent
Minor: Mental illness, Dementia, and Gaslighting