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vavagloom's review
dark
emotional
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
5.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Sexual assault
_mox_'s review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
lewis666's review against another edition
challenging
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
Another experiment of mine to read a horror book to then compare with the film, and finally after finishing the book, I can safely say I absolutely loved it! It just builds in mystery and suspense even though I kind of knew the ending. But knowing it was coming kept me in suspense! And it's beautifully well-written, even if there's some extremely outdated words being used. Those who've read it will know what I mean.
The characters are interesting and I loved figuring out everybody around Rosemary what game they were playing. The book isn't completely scary, there's a lot in between to really get there, but once we reach those moments, your spine just begins to tingle. Leading to one of the most iconic endings ever.
Rosemary is a person who stays true to her character all throughout. So when faced with this inevitable, horrific and traumatic "yellow-eyed" thing, her motherly instincts kick in. A shocking embrace despite EVERYTHING horrible done to her. And that's why the ending is so dark and so memorable. Pardon the phrase, but a mother's love knows no bounds! Loved this book! Hail Satan! 😈🙌🏻🔥🖤
The characters are interesting and I loved figuring out everybody around Rosemary what game they were playing. The book isn't completely scary, there's a lot in between to really get there, but once we reach those moments, your spine just begins to tingle. Leading to one of the most iconic endings ever.
Rosemary is a person who stays true to her character all throughout. So when faced with this inevitable, horrific and traumatic "yellow-eyed" thing, her motherly instincts kick in. A shocking embrace despite EVERYTHING horrible done to her. And that's why the ending is so dark and so memorable. Pardon the phrase, but a mother's love knows no bounds! Loved this book! Hail Satan! 😈🙌🏻🔥🖤
automatic_rae's review
dark
mysterious
tense
slow-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? No
3.0
An interesting concept, but not my cup of tea.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Gaslighting, Medical content, Religious bigotry, Sexual assault, Body horror, Emotional abuse, Medical trauma, Toxic relationship, Pregnancy, Rape, Sexual violence, and Toxic friendship
Moderate: Death, Mental illness, and Suicide
curiousintrovert's review against another edition
4.0
Simple, classic, atmospheric. If you consider Rosemary's psychological journey it's even more engrossing. Track her shifts. The book is much more internal than the movie and the interpersonal dynamics are really the plot. Very engaging.
stephanieanneauthor's review against another edition
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- 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? It's complicated
5.0
Believe it or not, I haven't seen the movie yet (but it is on my list). But movie or no movie, I had to give the book a try as I'm a fan of Levin's writing style. I will note that the sound quality of the audiobook is less than stellar, but other than that this book is phenomenal.
As someone who's lived through it, I love stories that involve gaslighting as it adds to the tension and discomfort. And I wanted to scream at some of the obstacles Rosemary encountered. In those early chapters, I wasn't too sure how I would feel about her, but I came to love her character arc. I've also noticed recently that I tend to be more drawn to domestic horror stories. There's something delightfully unsettling about home life gone wrong, and situations that should be safe and comforting, but are not.
Can't wait to watch the movie now!
As someone who's lived through it, I love stories that involve gaslighting as it adds to the tension and discomfort. And I wanted to scream at some of the obstacles Rosemary encountered. In those early chapters, I wasn't too sure how I would feel about her, but I came to love her character arc. I've also noticed recently that I tend to be more drawn to domestic horror stories. There's something delightfully unsettling about home life gone wrong, and situations that should be safe and comforting, but are not.
Can't wait to watch the movie now!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Suicide, Pregnancy, Toxic friendship, Gaslighting, and Toxic relationship
Moderate: Sexual violence, Blood, Rape, Emotional abuse, Confinement, Child death, and Sexual content
Minor: Addiction, Abortion, Miscarriage, and Homophobia
nebaker42's review against another edition
challenging
dark
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.75
mariathemillennial's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
tense
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? No
4.5