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A review by takecoverbooks
Scanlines by Todd Keisling
challenging
dark
tense
fast-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
4.0
Scanlines is absolutely deserving of the title « the most disturbing book I’ve ever read ». It’s not the most violent or gruesome story you’ll read, but it will bother you.
Having said that, the novel is very effective. As an exploration of depression, suicide, morbid curiosity, and self-destructive desires, it’s among the best horror stories I’ve come across. It’s a coming of age narrative in the worst way possible and, I guess I’ll leave it at that. Check it out and abandon all hope.
Having said that, the novel is very effective. As an exploration of depression, suicide, morbid curiosity, and self-destructive desires, it’s among the best horror stories I’ve come across. It’s a coming of age narrative in the worst way possible and, I guess I’ll leave it at that. Check it out and abandon all hope.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Gun violence, Suicidal thoughts, Suicide, Suicide attempt, and Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Addiction, Bullying, Drug abuse, and Terminal illness