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adventurous
dark
mysterious
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
I really enjoyed this book until about 4/5 of the way through, when it delved into the details of Jane’s magic rituals and mathematical theories. Until that point, the book thoroughly held my interest and the pacing felt well-suited to the plot. My interest really dipped during the 80-86% part of the book, but did gradually return after that.
The ending was layered, a bit surprising, and intriguing.It wasn’t a true happy ending, but it was mostly hopeful. I felt that the ending redeemed the book overall. The main characters and their relationship were compelling, and I found myself really rooting for them. I especially loved that Jane’s autism is portrayed so lovingly and as the superpower that it is. There isn’t nearly enough autism representation in literature, and the horror genre is no exception, so Jane is a breath of fresh air. (Jane’s autism is alluded to—and not directly described, but the author confirmed this fact!)
I may not revisit this book, but I’d happily read more work from this author!
The ending was layered, a bit surprising, and intriguing.
I may not revisit this book, but I’d happily read more work from this author!
Graphic: Medical trauma, Gaslighting, Blood, Miscarriage, Gore, Body horror, Death, Medical content, and Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Confinement, Grief, Terminal illness, Self harm, Child death, Death of parent, and Drug use
Minor: Vomit, War, Forced institutionalization, Mental illness, Abandonment, Confinement, Fire/Fire injury, Murder, Pregnancy, Toxic relationship, Classism, and Sexual content
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