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amandadevoursbooks's review
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
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? It's complicated
5.0
Mary Addison was convicted of murdering a white 3 month old when she was 9 years old. In a tale that twists and turns, we meet Mary after she went to baby jail and is now in a group home. The teenage girls are vicious, and Mary's only refuge is her volunteer gig at a nursing home where she met Ted. Through the plot, Mary decides the only way out is to tell the truth. Who will believe a child who murdered a child?
This story was so heavy. I spent the majority of the book in tears.
The ending made sense, even though it didn't tie up all the loose ends. Trauma changes the brain and Mary's been through so much. I hope her story ends with actual therapy and support as she has her baby
This story was so heavy. I spent the majority of the book in tears.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Fire/Fire injury, Forced institutionalization, Homophobia, Child abuse, Emotional abuse, and Gaslighting
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