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raindropxox's review against another edition
challenging
dark
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
This book was so interesting, I loved the exploration of the criminal mind and morality. I found Zola’s writing of Jacques and his internal struggle fascinating, and liked how it really explored the dark side of humanity. I love books that convey characters as human, with flaws, and felt that I could relate Jacques’ characterisation (not in his exact actions and thoughts, obviously haha, but in the way it is described and how he feels at war with himself and his inner demons). I loved Jacque as a character, not just with the way he was written, but I desperately wanted things to turn out for him, something I didn’t expect at all when I read the blurb that introduced him. The Beast Within evoked a lot of emotion in me, I felt moved at some points, disgusted at others, and shocked, in suspense, etc etc! If you are looking for a dark, twisted and horrific tale that exposes the darkest thoughts and actions of humanity, with a fluid and complex concept of morality, I would recommend this book! But be warned that it is a lot and not for everyone!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Murder, Suicide, Violence, and Death
Moderate: Addiction and Sexual violence
Minor: War
mabiendicho's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Murder
Moderate: Death
Minor: Sexual assault
mariareallylovestoread's review against another edition
dark
sad
tense
medium-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? It's complicated
2.5
Bizarre et perturbant. Zola écrit très bien mais le thème du livre est trop violent et graphique. pas un seul des personnages ne survit, à ce demander si le but du livre n’est pas juste comment tuer chaque personnage les un après les autres
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexism, Violence, Adult/minor relationship, Blood, Death, Hate crime, Murder, Suicide, and Toxic relationship
esalan's review
dark
tense
medium-paced
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Blood, Body horror, Death, Domestic abuse, Emotional abuse, Gore, Mental illness, Misogyny, Murder, Physical abuse, Rape, Schizophrenia/Psychosis , Sexism, Suicide, Toxic relationship, and Violence
Moderate: Suicidal thoughts, Suicide attempt, Stalking, Sexual violence, Sexual assault, and Sexual content
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