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2 reviews

The Final Girl Support Group by Grady Hendrix

dark emotional mysterious tense medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? No
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.5

Even though I felt myself struggling to keep reading at points, this was an enjoyable ride through a plethora of campy horror tropes. Any fan of the slasher genre would feel satiated by consuming this title!

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Alcoholism, Blood, Kidnapping, Bullying, Drug use, Murder, Cursing, and Violence

Moderate: Emotional abuse

One of Us Is Lying by Karen M. McManus

dark funny mysterious tense fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

Amazing pacing, fully fleshed out characters, decent twist. A fun time and a well rounded read. 

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Content Warnings

Moderate: Toxic relationship, Terminal illness, Emotional abuse, Toxic friendship, Alcoholism, Cancer, and Child abuse

Minor: Misogyny and Gaslighting