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carefulfearanddeaddevotion'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? Yes
3.75
I guessed the killer immediately. Clocked that shit right away.
IMO, this book had a fair bit of overall unrealized potential, even though it was enjoyable.
Hm. I think I don't rate books harshly enough.
Graphic: Domestic abuse, Drug use, Gore, Grief, Alcohol, Drug abuse, Murder, Death, Physical abuse, Suicide, Toxic friendship, Toxic relationship, and Violence
Moderate: Eating disorder and Addiction
Minor: Homophobia and Vomit
anni_o's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
Anyway! Overall the story was very compelling, and towards the end I was truly glued to the page. I do enjoy a good murder mystery! I also liked the resolution, though;
One star taken because the citations were really getting on my nerves by the end and I guess I'm really not enough of a theatre nerd for this. I did enjoy myself though.
Graphic: Toxic relationship, Alcohol, Drug abuse, Drug use, Injury/Injury detail, Death, Physical abuse, Addiction, Toxic friendship, and Violence
Moderate: Mental illness, Self harm, Confinement, Gore, Suicide, Murder, Grief, and Vomit
A lot of Shakespear. Like a lot. Only read if you like, really love Shakespear. I'm serious.ellalillian's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
based on the reviews, i was kind of scared going into this book, but honestly, while i'm glad i knew it was going to be dark going in, i didn't think it was that dark - at least until the end. the epilogue honestly messed me up more than anything. (don't get me wrong, the whole book was still dark, just not as bad as i was expecting).
the biggest "twists" were pretty predictable, but i honestly didn't think that made it any less enjoyable in the slightest. i saw another review saying that how they're revealed is perfect; the point of this book wasn't plot twists, but almost character twists & oliver learning who the other characters, along with himself, truly are.
i wish i knew more shakespeare because i think that's the only thing that could've made this book more enjoyable.
definitely thoroughly enjoyed this book - if you ever want to feel unsettled & if you like shakespeare, this book it definitely for you!
Graphic: Death, Bullying, Murder, and Violence
Moderate: Addiction, Suicide, and Alcohol
Minor: Blood
lizzym126's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
Graphic: Alcoholism, Addiction, Alcohol, Drug use, Injury/Injury detail, Physical abuse, Bullying, Cursing, Toxic relationship, Drug abuse, Suicide, Murder, Toxic friendship, Violence, Emotional abuse, and Death
Moderate: Vomit, Sexual content, Medical trauma, and Injury/Injury detail
kat_figs's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
I’ve seen this book compared to The Secret History, and it is similar structurally. But I think where The Secret History succeeds more is by latching into the moral ambiguity of the characters, the senselessness of their murder, and by keeping the tight pacing in the second half.
I also have one final thought which is that the way Meredith is described is really dehumanizing. I understand that it’s part of her character’s struggle to be constantly objectified and feel like people only value her for her looks. But I didn’t like how that was constantly reinforced by Oliver salivating over her every two pages. I couldn’t tell if it was intentional on the part of the author to show that his feelings for her weren’t deep, or to show that his real affection was with James, and I wish it had been clearer if that’s the angle she was going for.
Graphic: Addiction, Death, Drug abuse, Domestic abuse, Murder, Drug use, Emotional abuse, Grief, and Physical abuse
aurumreads'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? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Moderate: Murder, Suicide, Addiction, Alcohol, Grief, and Death
mimpart's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Graphic: Drug use, Addiction, Alcohol, Physical abuse, Mental illness, Murder, Blood, Cursing, Death, and Drug abuse
Moderate: Sexual content, Emotional abuse, Grief, Toxic relationship, Alcoholism, Confinement, Gore, Toxic friendship, Vomit, Sexual harassment, and Injury/Injury detail
kaeli_18's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
Graphic: Death
Moderate: Violence, Domestic abuse, and Drug abuse
shahad_086's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? N/A
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
4.5
Graphic: Grief, Death, and Emotional abuse
Moderate: Addiction, Grief, Eating disorder, Suicide attempt, Self harm, Drug abuse, and Murder
theresa_timber's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
Graphic: Death
Moderate: Homophobia, Violence, Drug use, Murder, Addiction, Alcohol, Blood, Bullying, Death, Drug abuse, Eating disorder, Grief, Mental illness, and Vomit