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literallysam's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
The strikethroughs and repetition in the chapters perfectly depicted her chaotic thoughts and fractured state of mind. I loved this experimental style that captures the essence of the story's themes of isolation, self-discovery, and resilience.
Throughout the book we witness her character development as she transforms from a fragile soul into a resilient heroine.
The romance in Shatter Me is a balance between forbidden love and raw passion.
On one hand the chemistry between Juliette and Adam is undeniable. The intensity of their forbidden love evoked a sense of longing and left me yearning for more.
On the other hand the dynamic between Juliette and Warner, the enigmatic antagonist is one of the best aspects of the book. The tension between them is to die for- and the chemistry crackles off the pages.
Though it may not appeal to you if you're seeking a more straightforward and predictable love story but I'm sure by the end of the book you'd definitely be left rooting for them a little. I personally love enemies to lovers trope so that is why I picked up this book in the first place.🌚
It's really fast-paced, filled with twists and turns and always keeps you engrossed.
Mafi's unique writing style, combined with complex characters and a dystopian backdrop, creates an amazing story. The world-building is haunting and really good- a crumbling society, governed by a totalitarian government, creates an image of a landscape ruled by fear and oppression. READ IT.💙
Graphic: Child abuse, Emotional abuse, Torture, Suicidal thoughts, Self harm, Physical abuse, Genocide, War, Violence, Police brutality, Child death, Confinement, and Death
wickedgrumpy's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
2.0
I don't know if I will continue, I might read the Destroy Me novella since it's at the end of my copy from the library and see how I feel about it then.
Minor: Slavery, War, Child death, Suicidal thoughts, Gaslighting, Injury/Injury detail, Sexual assault, Toxic relationship, Violence, Abandonment, Emotional abuse, Stalking, Torture, Domestic abuse, Genocide, Kidnapping, Sexism, Sexual harassment, Death, Murder, Body horror, Grief, Body shaming, Death of parent, Medical content, Mental illness, Police brutality, Forced institutionalization, Gun violence, Misogyny, Panic attacks/disorders, Blood, Classism, Confinement, Bullying, and Child abuse
gabi_w21's review against another edition
- 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? Yes
5.0
Graphic: Death, Forced institutionalization, Genocide, Gun violence, Mental illness, Schizophrenia/Psychosis , War, Confinement, Gaslighting, Panic attacks/disorders, and Sexual harassment
Moderate: Blood, Abandonment, Child death, Child abuse, Suicidal thoughts, and Injury/Injury detail
chloelj27's review against another edition
- 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? Yes
4.0
Graphic: Blood, Forced institutionalization, Abandonment, and Death
Moderate: Gun violence, Murder, Body horror, Injury/Injury detail, Physical abuse, and Violence
Minor: Death of parent, Genocide, and Torture
oh_roudha_reads's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
Moderate: Child abuse, Cursing, Bullying, and Chronic illness
Minor: Slavery, Animal cruelty, Racism, Gaslighting, Blood, Sexism, Sexual harassment, Panic attacks/disorders, Injury/Injury detail, Suicidal thoughts, Stalking, Misogyny, Murder, Medical trauma, Medical content, Gun violence, Genocide, and Abandonment
bisquii's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
For a dystopia, the world building is very underwhelming, and for a romance, both of Juliette’s love interests are like walking Red Flags (not to mention they are only in love with what she represents to them tbh).
However, I really enjoyed Juliette’s character and her development! She’s consistent in her personality and, in the face of literally everyone and their dog telling her what to do, she calculates all her options and uses her own judgement to make her choices. That’s rare for a female character! I found her sense of loyalty and trust issues to be incredibly consistent and relatable! Her POV really elevates this series.
Graphic: Abandonment, War, Violence, Vomit, Toxic relationship, Toxic friendship, Torture, Suicidal thoughts, Slavery, Sexual harassment, Police brutality, Physical abuse, Panic attacks/disorders, Murder, Mental illness, Medical content, Kidnapping, Injury/Injury detail, Gun violence, Grief, Gore, Genocide, Gaslighting, Forced institutionalization, Emotional abuse, Death, Cursing, Confinement, Classism, Child death, Child abuse, and Bullying
lauritbh's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
Graphic: Child abuse, Emotional abuse, Bullying, Child death, Death, Genocide, Gun violence, Murder, Abandonment, Mental illness, Torture, and Violence
Minor: Suicide