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A review by hyrulebalverine
The Gargoyle by Andrew Davidson
emotional
inspiring
mysterious
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
A literary journey that will have you questioning the reality your characters live in.
I typically read books in the science fiction, fantasy, crime, thriller, or horror genres. A friend of mine suggested that I read this book because she really liked it. I will admit to going into it with skepticism, expecting this to be some sort of romance novel. While there is some discussion of a romantic history and potentially some romantic feelings between the characters that is not what this book is about.
As you read through the story, getting to know the characters and events unfold, including the tales that Marianne tells of the past, you start to question whether this woman is telling the truth or if she is actually crazy. The book never blatantly tells you one way or the other, but rather leaves it up to you to decide based on what you read and take from the book. I definitely have a clear opinion as to what was really going on but I won't spoil it for you by telling you what I think or why.
I will tell you after having read this book, I made it a point to recommend it to other friends I have that read because I thought it was that amazing especially given that it is not the type of story I typically read.
I typically read books in the science fiction, fantasy, crime, thriller, or horror genres. A friend of mine suggested that I read this book because she really liked it. I will admit to going into it with skepticism, expecting this to be some sort of romance novel. While there is some discussion of a romantic history and potentially some romantic feelings between the characters that is not what this book is about.
As you read through the story, getting to know the characters and events unfold, including the tales that Marianne tells of the past, you start to question whether this woman is telling the truth or if she is actually crazy. The book never blatantly tells you one way or the other, but rather leaves it up to you to decide based on what you read and take from the book. I definitely have a clear opinion as to what was really going on but I won't spoil it for you by telling you what I think or why.
I will tell you after having read this book, I made it a point to recommend it to other friends I have that read because I thought it was that amazing especially given that it is not the type of story I typically read.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Suicidal thoughts and Suicide