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stephanie_jmc's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
This book is about a woman, Millie, who decides to take vigilante justice against men who have committed crimes against women. It’s written from the first person perspective of Millie which gives it more complexity. This book has some dry humour and moments where I related with/ agreed with Millie’s point of view. There were definitely some aspects from this book that were satisfying and I felt justice was served, but there were also parts that I felt were unjust as the main character starts to unravel. There are moments of pure twisted behaviour and unfairness that make you cringe and the details are a bit much.
This book is also fairly unrealistic and I really didn’t enjoy the ending. That being said, it was a fast paced book and easy read with many real societal issues and valid rationale for taking the law into one’s own hands when it comes to those who have committed sexual violence. There is an undertone of the realities of cycles of violence which I appreciated.
I would recommend this book for a new, creative book but there are definitely some trigger warnings due to topics of sexual assault and graphic murder. Read at your own risk !
Graphic: Sexual assault, Rape, Murder, and Child abuse
chapters_and_pages's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Graphic: Mental illness, Violence, Domestic abuse, Gore, Stalking, Self harm, Alcohol, Death, Murder, Pedophilia, Suicide attempt, Toxic relationship, Child abuse, Sexual harassment, Sexual violence, Suicide, Suicidal thoughts, Emotional abuse, Rape, Blood, and Sexual assault
nisforneville's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
Minor: Rape and Sexual assault
gemloukay's review against another edition
- 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
4.75
The was a sharp and witty tale in which the main character reminded me of Villanelle in Killing Eve. She’s blunt and funny despite her murderous streak and you actually want her to get away with it all!
Graphic: Violence, Death, and Death of parent
Moderate: Sexual assault, Child abuse, Domestic abuse, Mental illness, Suicidal thoughts, Eating disorder, Rape, Self harm, Adult/minor relationship, and Alcoholism
stephmcnutt28's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
This book was hilariously tongue in cheek with a dark, thriller twist.
Graphic: Violence
Moderate: Rape
nmf16'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? Yes
3.0
Some funny scenes in it which made me laugh out loud.
I neither loved nor hated this book. It was a good read, would probably make a good holiday book.
Minor: Stalking, Death, Child abuse, Suicide attempt, Eating disorder, Sexual assault, Fire/Fire injury, Murder, and Rape
cheyennedierker'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
4.5
If you were a fan of Netflix's 'In the Dark,' this book is for you.
Our deeply unhinged female protagonist Millie is bitter, judgmental, self-deprecating, and drifting through life with a handful of imbalanced relationships with her best friend, boss, and family. Then, after her younger sister is attacked, Millie seeks vengeance in the form of a vigilante service line for local women.
"Are you on a date that doesn't feel right? Can't shake the creepy guy at the bar? Worried you're being followed home? Message M."
After a series of over-the-top, ridiculous, and frustrating-to-the-reader decisions, it all comes to a head. It's quick-paced. It's dark-humored. It's sharp. It's heavy in places, so do check the trigger warnings.
ARC | Kindle Version
Thank you to Harper360 and NetGalley for the advanced copy.
Graphic: Rape and Violence
Moderate: Suicide and Self harm
ninarivagf's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Graphic: Rape
Moderate: Incest, Murder, Sexual assault, Domestic abuse, Pedophilia, Infidelity, and Rape
beate251's review against another edition
- 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
5.0
This is a debut novel? Seriously? I can hardly believe that. It was so unputdownable I spent an entire Saturday in a reading daze, and while I must have had food and gone to the bathroom etc, I have no recollection, I was that engrossed. I love a good revenge novel, and this one had me enthralled. When was the last time you rooted for a sociopathic vigilante serial killer? Dexter maybe? And the ending, wow.
Loved, loved, loved. Such dark, clever, tense fun.
Also, has someone already commented on the nice riff on "How to lose a guy in ten days"?
"No point crying over spilt blood."
Moderate: Child abuse, Death of parent, Sexual assault, Alcohol, Alcoholism, Domestic abuse, Infidelity, Injury/Injury detail, Self harm, Sexual violence, Blood, Death, Drug abuse, Emotional abuse, Fire/Fire injury, Drug use, Suicide attempt, Vomit, Grief, Medical trauma, Misogyny, Physical abuse, Rape, Murder, Pedophilia, and Sexism
natashaleighton_'s review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Graphic: Murder, Death, and Rape
Moderate: Child abuse, Sexual assault, Violence, and Domestic abuse
Minor: Infidelity, Vomit, Medical trauma, Drug use, Suicide attempt, and Stalking