A review by shereadytoread
The Eyes Are the Best Part by Monika Kim

dark emotional tense slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

5.0

This is going to be one of my favorite horrors of the year, and probably my favorite general books of the year. The main character's spiraling obsession is so well done! It has a lot of commentary about fetishization of asian women and how that can show up in romantic relationships. It also looks a lot of the grief associated with family separation/divorce, and the relationships within a fractured family. I cannot wait to see what the author has next. 

It does have a bit of gore as the actual deaths start, but it is not overly gory and would be a great intro to horror or a great pick for those who already love horror. It is a psychological horror that is really well grounded in reality and the character's fracturing mind and increasing erratic decisions are really engaging.
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