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What I like most about Paul Tremblay’s book is that he manages to create the narrator perfectly. Mary is crafted into a young girl we have all known: goofy, stubborn, annoying, inquisitive, and seeking the approval and attention of her older sister and parents. Now an adult, Mary recounts the story of her life for the first time to a biographer in what will be a cathartic and illuminating experience.

laramc's review against another edition

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dark mysterious sad 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

3.75

ryleeneu's review against another edition

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dark mysterious tense fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Plot
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? It's complicated
Diverse cast of characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.5

jw2212's review against another edition

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mysterious tense medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? It's complicated
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.5

Very much enjoyed the storytelling of this book. The present day entries were less captivating, but did pull it together at the end.

moonwitch_'s review against another edition

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emotional funny mysterious slow-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.25

loved the little girls. love the reality tv plot. super emotional family dynamics. tragic ending buuuuuut not super keen on the explanation (iykyk) but not enough to doc it too many points bc overall very fun reading experience (much better than cabin at the end of the world idk what u ppl are on liking that book sm)

sayarik's review against another edition

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dark emotional mysterious tense fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Plot
Strong character development? It's complicated
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.75

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