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head_dink's review against another edition
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
lady_luckless's review against another edition
4.0
It’s a good story all said and done but the reading process was difficult and confusing as it makes little sense until the end.
alexandraavdkp's review against another edition
4.0
I speak without knowing, but after finishing I thought it was a really good representation of the DID.
laura__m's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.25
yandichih's review against another edition
2.5
I really wanted to like this book but it's a 2.5 stars.
Where do I even start? 😅
I'm not entirely sure what to make of “The Last House on Needless Street”. I'll be honest; this book left me feeling a bit like a cat stuck in a paper bag — confused, and unsure if I liked it or not.
Let's start with the pacing... I initially found it challenging to become immersed in the story. It was sloooooow and I guess I just prefer books that kick things up a notch. However, credit where it's due, the subject matter is undeniably intriguing and unsettling, and Ward tackles it with a level of finesse, but it didn't save the overall experience for me. I found myself wrestling with the narrative, unable to decide if I should push through or toss it aside. The confusion peaked around the three-quarters mark, and my impatience led me to search for answers. Spoiler alert: that didn't help.
This book definitely has its moments. It's well-executed, but the sluggish pace and my struggle for engagement left me scratching my head. Indeed, I'm still trying to figure out whether the confusion I feel is a testament to the book's brilliance or my own shortcomings as a reader.
Maybe it's just not my cup of tea. 🍵
CW: Child abuse, mental illness/disorder, child death, animal cruelty, and vomit.
Where do I even start? 😅
I'm not entirely sure what to make of “The Last House on Needless Street”. I'll be honest; this book left me feeling a bit like a cat stuck in a paper bag — confused, and unsure if I liked it or not.
Let's start with the pacing... I initially found it challenging to become immersed in the story. It was sloooooow and I guess I just prefer books that kick things up a notch. However, credit where it's due, the subject matter is undeniably intriguing and unsettling, and Ward tackles it with a level of finesse, but it didn't save the overall experience for me. I found myself wrestling with the narrative, unable to decide if I should push through or toss it aside. The confusion peaked around the three-quarters mark, and my impatience led me to search for answers. Spoiler alert: that didn't help.
This book definitely has its moments. It's well-executed, but the sluggish pace and my struggle for engagement left me scratching my head. Indeed, I'm still trying to figure out whether the confusion I feel is a testament to the book's brilliance or my own shortcomings as a reader.
Maybe it's just not my cup of tea. 🍵
CW: Child abuse, mental illness/disorder, child death, animal cruelty, and vomit.
anna0819's review against another edition
5.0
I didn't know much about this book when I started reading it apart from what was in the short synopsis. Oh. My. God! I can't say too much without risking any spoilers but I will say this. Catriona Ward has created a rich & atmospheric story where the reader can see, hear, smell & taste every moment. Things you thought you were "so clever" to figure out turn out not to be so...For the second half of this book, I felt like I was holding my breath the whole time. I highly recommend this book (I paired the audiobook with the physical book) and can honestly say that this story will stay with me long after I finished reading it.
kaestrong's review
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
informative
mysterious
reflective
tense
medium-paced
- 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? It's complicated
4.5
brownsugar39's review against another edition
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
1.0
jerr13's review against another edition
5.0
WOW! What a wonderfully written story! When you think you have it figured out and have made all of your assumptions you find out you're dead wrong! Such a gripping and original read. I loved it!