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jordynjohnson's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
I’d seen the movie a few years ago so I remembered a little bit about the twist but it was still so good. Lehane set it up so well and the writing style felt really immersive. The scene where Teddy/Andrew remembers his wife murdering his children was so heartbreaking. I really enjoyed this book!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Violence, Child death, Child abuse, and Murder
Moderate: Mental illness and Racial slurs
Minor: War
elsea_readingelsea's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child death, Panic attacks/disorders, Forced institutionalization, Racial slurs, Mental illness, Child abuse, Ableism, Racism, Murder, and Schizophrenia/Psychosis
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