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soph22's review against another edition
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
This just didn’t do it for me I’m afraid. I was lukewarm to the first book but decided to give the second a try. Unfortunately, it just doesn’t give me that warm comforting feeling like Thursday Murder Club, and so I doubt I’ll continue. I also thought the casual use of racism was a bit uncomfortable in a book published in 2023, even if it is set in the late 80s. I just feel it could have been handled better
Content Warnings
Moderate: Murder, Racial slurs, Child abuse, Alcohol, Cancer, Cultural appropriation, Cursing, Death, Fire/Fire injury, Grief, Homophobia, Blood, Child death, Classism, Racism, and Terminal illness
melodywithbass's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
reflective
relaxing
sad
fast-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? No
4.5
A number of twists and turns, and real character development in a number of cases. Touching, life affirming, and contemplative inner-monologue of the main character is a restorative joy to read. I am not a Christian but enjoy the setting and the philosophical/humanitarian aspects of this story, and the Christian setting is not unpleasant.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child death and Religious bigotry
Minor: Adult/minor relationship, Sexual assault, Child abuse, Pedophilia, Sexual violence, Racial slurs, and Racism
Minor references to boarding-school abuse, and church-based child abuse with brief hints at potential violent sexual abuse of boys in a church setting.
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