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You'd Look Better as a Ghost by Joanna Wallace

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esquared's review against another edition

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challenging dark funny mysterious 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

4.0

pastelhellion's review

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dark funny mysterious tense medium-paced

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

I loved this! I was going through a reading slump and this brought me right out. I can usually figure out twists, but this kept me on my toes.

This book is so funny, and at times so dark and explores serious themes without altering the vibe. If you enjoyed 'Dexter', you'll enjoy Claire's antics. Highly recommend!

lesapaul's review against another edition

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dark emotional medium-paced

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

4.0

ofi's review against another edition

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dark funny mysterious medium-paced

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? Yes

3.75

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jonathanb231090's review against another edition

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dark funny fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Plot
Strong character development? It's complicated
Loveable characters? It's complicated
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.25

jaynecm's review

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4.0

"The best kind of friend, my hammer has been with me during all the important moments of my life."

Deliciously macabre, Claire's dark, irreverent and hilariously insightful inner monologue as she ponders the strangeness of 'ordinary' people is just a delight. Her voice reminded me of [Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine] but with a hammer and a heart for murder. Or is it justice?
The humour is wicked and shocking - you find yourself laughing out loud and then thinking 'I shouldn't laugh at that'. It makes you feel a little bit naughty yourself!
Who thought you could term a book about a serial killer a delight?!