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moonandmadness's review against another edition
dark
reflective
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
If Wright had decided to write a thriller, I'm sure I would've collapsed while reading it. The writing is plain but with a rushing quality that sweeps you up, making it easy to read despite the subject matter. The empathy that this novel manages to curate even with how unlikeable the main character can be is impressive - and is clearly communicated. There are some shades of subtlety, however I'd generally class it as an unpolished novel, doing a good job of putting across its viewpoint, but without fully refining itself as a piece of art. Overall, a good novel.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Murder, Violence, Rape, Gun violence, Racial slurs, Racism, and Sexual violence
ellenmurr16's review
challenging
dark
emotional
sad
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
2.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Rape, Sexual assault, Sexual content, Sexual harassment, Sexual violence, Death, Child death, Murder, Body horror, Violence, and Gun violence
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