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A review by tjfmd
My Absolute Darling by Gabriel Tallent
challenging
dark
emotional
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
0.5
I did not realize what this book was about and if I had I wouldn't have picked it up. I find myself wondering what the point of this story was supposed to be. The only reason I finished this book was because I foolishly had hope that things would turn around for the main character at some point.
Graphic: Adult/minor relationship, Child abuse, Death, Emotional abuse, Gun violence, Incest, Misogyny, Physical abuse, Rape, Sexual assault, Violence, Blood, and Injury/Injury detail
Minor: Death of parent