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A review by christineltays
The Sinner by Shantel Tessier
dark
emotional
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
I liked The Sinner even more than the first book—it had a stronger storyline that kept me hooked the whole way through. Elli’s backstory was absolutely heartbreaking, and knowing things like that happen in real life made it hit even harder.
That said, I wasn’t a fan of how much focus there was on the darker, graphic scenes. I get that it’s part of the story, but it felt overdone at times and made parts of the book harder to enjoy.
Overall though, the emotions and character development were on point. Tessier really knows how to pull you into her characters’ lives. If you’re up for a dark and emotional read, this one is worth picking up!
That said, I wasn’t a fan of how much focus there was on the darker, graphic scenes. I get that it’s part of the story, but it felt overdone at times and made parts of the book harder to enjoy.
Overall though, the emotions and character development were on point. Tessier really knows how to pull you into her characters’ lives. If you’re up for a dark and emotional read, this one is worth picking up!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Drug abuse, Drug use, Rape, Sexual assault, Sexual content, and Sexual violence
Moderate: Child abuse, Cursing, Emotional abuse, Self harm, Toxic relationship, Violence, and Grief
Minor: Torture