Reviews tagging 'Sexual violence'

My Sister, the Serial Killer by Oyinkan Braithwaite

16 reviews

puddleshoes's review against another edition

dark emotional reflective tense fast-paced

• 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

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Child abuse, Violence, Medical content, Domestic abuse, Toxic relationship, and Death of parent

Moderate: Sexism, Sexual assault, and Sexual violence

grebegirl's review against another edition

dark tense fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? No
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.5

I read this book in 2hrs on a flight. It has me invested yet torn straight away. The characters are morally grey and maybe it's a cultural difference but I found it difficult to understand the main character's motivation, I guess because the sister didn't really seem to have any redeeming characteristics. Would I do the same for my sister, who has a lot good qualities.. 😅 Definitely food for thought. 

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Murder

Moderate: Death of parent and Child abuse

Minor: Adult/minor relationship, Injury/Injury detail, and Sexual violence

jaydeecepticon's review against another edition

dark emotional sad slow-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? Yes

4.0

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Murder

Moderate: Sexual violence and Violence

Minor: Sexual assault and Sexism

nialystic's review against another edition

adventurous dark mysterious tense

• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

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Content Warnings

Moderate: Sexual violence, Toxic relationship, Medical content, Sexual assault, Murder, Infidelity, and Death of parent

Minor: Drug abuse

quabbityash's review against another edition

adventurous challenging dark emotional mysterious reflective sad tense fast-paced

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

4.0

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Domestic abuse, Child abuse, and Murder

Minor: Sexual violence

nojerama's review against another edition

adventurous challenging dark emotional funny sad tense fast-paced

• 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

4.5

Wow this book moved at breakneck speed I literally read it in one day. Absolutely gripping and so much of Korede's feelings towards her sister and other women in her life resonated with me so much. Absolutely loved it. 

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Body horror, Body shaming, Child abuse, Death of parent, Fatphobia, Physical abuse, Alcoholism, Blood, Bullying, Car accident, Drug abuse, Grief, Hate crime, Mental illness, Cursing, Death, Gaslighting, Violence, Murder, Drug use, Emotional abuse, Gore, Domestic abuse, Toxic friendship, and Toxic relationship

Moderate: Suicidal thoughts, Self harm, Sexual assault, Toxic friendship, Sexual violence, Sexual harassment, Suicide attempt, Rape, and Stalking

yaoipaddle's review against another edition

funny fast-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? It's complicated

3.0

I listened to the audio book and I liked it well enough. I related to Korede a lot. If you are only interested in the serial killer aspect to the story then this book may not be for you. But if you are interested in the relationship that sisters share with eachother or siblings share with each other then I would recommend it.

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Domestic abuse, Physical abuse, and Medical content

Moderate: Child abuse, Blood, Violence, Murder, Toxic relationship, Injury/Injury detail, Infidelity, Gun violence, and Emotional abuse

Minor: Pedophilia, Sexual violence, and Drug use

saturnsmoons's review against another edition

dark funny reflective tense fast-paced

• 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

3.75

what a read omfg. the atmosphere was really interesting to read. 

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Sexual violence, Death of parent, Domestic abuse, Death, and Violence

slimy's review against another edition

dark emotional tense fast-paced

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

4.75

Fast-paced, intriguing, and gut-wrenching. 
The older sister’s dedication to protect her younger, wayward sister is visceral and heartbreaking. The dynamics of the sisters and mother are familiar and tender. The struggles of the main character are poignant and bittersweet. 
My only critique is that I wish the writing was more elevated. I think this book lost a lot of height in it’s prose; it was capable of a lot more. But it’s still fabulous. 

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Murder

Moderate: Sexual violence and Domestic abuse

spooler's review against another edition

dark funny mysterious tense fast-paced

• 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

3.5

I've been meaning to get around to reading this book for years! And I am quite glad I finally did! This book is fast-paced and tense, it keeps you on the edge of your seat wondering what is going to happen next. On the surface, it is a well-written murder thriller novel with a twist. But look inside and a whole new word of themes are presented to you. Interwoven are themes on femininity, sisterhood, sexual trauma, and so much more. A great read perfect for at the beach or pool-side!

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Content Warnings

Minor: Sexual violence

While it is not prominently displayed in this work, sexual violence is mentioned in a few chapters towards the end of the novel. It is not graphic but just as a heads up.