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anthonyem's review
Expectations were high for 'Shatter Me' by Tahereh Mafi. Eager, yet cautious, I borrowed it from the library instead of committing to the entire series. Unfortunately, I couldn't get past page 60.
The book's style, akin to a Wattpad fanfic, featured an overly dramatic and edgy main character. This style, while not necessarily bad, wasn't what I expected. I was hoping for something more complex and literary, possibly influenced by the series' hype. Despite my efforts, I couldn't continue.
Given that it's already December 19th, rating this book as one of my lowest this year is notable. I highly doubt I'll pick it up again, as it was a disappointing experience, but I remain open-minded; maybe it just wasn't the right time for me.
I'd rate 'Shatter Me' 2 out of 5 stars. Though not my cup of tea, its intriguing premise earns it a point, and it might still appeal to certain readers.
Graphic: Abandonment
rori_ratsoma's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
Graphic: Emotional abuse, Panic attacks/disorders, Schizophrenia/Psychosis , Suicidal thoughts, Abandonment, Confinement, Kidnapping, Mental illness, Child abuse, and Chronic illness
neliadiedenise's review
- 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
3.0
Graphic: Torture, Injury/Injury detail, Slavery, Abandonment, Confinement, Gaslighting, Sexism, War, Emotional abuse, Gun violence, Violence, Addiction, Child death, Suicidal thoughts, Murder, Sexual harassment, Alcoholism, Blood, and Bullying
abicaro17's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Graphic: Panic attacks/disorders, Physical abuse, Bullying, Child abuse, Child death, Classism, Body horror, Death, Forced institutionalization, Gaslighting, Grief, Medical content, Misogyny, Suicidal thoughts, Abandonment, Blood, Genocide, Confinement, Emotional abuse, Gore, Gun violence, Injury/Injury detail, Kidnapping, Murder, Toxic relationship, Toxic friendship, Violence, and War
rsvnxorion'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
5.0
Graphic: Forced institutionalization, Confinement, Abandonment, and Child abuse
Moderate: Blood, Suicidal thoughts, and Violence
Minor: Sexual content
samcsmith's review
- 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
3.5
Moderate: Gaslighting, Mental illness, Body horror, Medical content, Physical abuse, Abandonment, Forced institutionalization, Death of parent, Emotional abuse, Confinement, Murder, Sexual content, Torture, Death, Gore, Gun violence, Injury/Injury detail, Suicidal thoughts, Violence, War, and Trafficking
Minor: Child abuse, Cursing, Stalking, Grief, Vomit, Pedophilia, and Sexual harassment
jeanettesreadingcorner's review
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
- I loved Juliette and Adam together. Especially since they knew each other from childhood. (Yes, I kind of know what eventually happens with Juliette and Warner).
- James is so sweet and a positive/innocent person in such a dark and scary world.
- Kenji is so funny and not who I was expecting.
- It was interesting to learn more about Omega Point and the abilities that other people have
- I’m not going to continue the series right now because there other books that I want to read. I would loved this book more as a teenager.
Graphic: Injury/Injury detail, Violence, Torture, Abandonment, Blood, Confinement, Death, Forced institutionalization, Gun violence, and Murder
smillaaa_'s review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Graphic: Body horror, Abandonment, Emotional abuse, Gun violence, Mental illness, Suicidal thoughts, Violence, and War
things100's review
- 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
5.0
Graphic: Abandonment, Confinement, Cursing, Death, Gun violence, Injury/Injury detail, Violence, Forced institutionalization, Blood, Genocide, and Murder
Moderate: Child death
Minor: Death of parent and Sexual content
briast4r'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? It's complicated
3.75
Graphic: Kidnapping, Child abuse, Child death, Death, and Gun violence
Moderate: War
Minor: Abandonment