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norwegianforestreader's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Abandonment, Bullying, Car accident, Gaslighting, Grief, Child abuse, Miscarriage, Blood, Alcohol, Colonisation, Infertility, and Kidnapping
innerweststreetlibrarian's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
mysterious
reflective
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
I really enjoyed this book. A little bit creepy, it’s an interesting exploration of the family dynamics and the concern of the parents for their son, and the sometimes sinister, sometimes benevolent presence “Chocky”.
Content Warnings
Minor: Drug use, Gaslighting, Kidnapping, Mental illness, Panic attacks/disorders, Schizophrenia/Psychosis , and Suicidal thoughts
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