Reviews tagging 'Alcoholism'

The Chaperone by Laura Moriarty

2 reviews

zozitro's review against another edition

adventurous medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.5

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Content Warnings

Moderate: Alcoholism and Terminal illness

Minor: Rape, Sexual assault, and Cancer

isabelle's review

adventurous emotional reflective slow-paced

• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

2.5

I enjoyed parts of this book, especially the setting in 1920s New York City. However it really dragged on! I don't think I would have finished it if I wasn't listening to the audiobook version.

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Content Warnings

Moderate: Pedophilia, Rape, Homophobia, Misogyny, and Alcoholism

Minor: Death