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dark
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
I did not read the synopsis before jumping into this book and didn't realize it was about what it was about. When I heard cannibalism as a content warning, I'm going to admit that it threw me for a loop. It made more sense once the story started, but still.
For the most part, i enjoyed this, though I had a hard time with the constantly switching points of view. Not sure if it's marked better in the physical book, but listening to the audiobook, some of the time jumping and character jumping made the overall story difficult to follow. It would suddenly be in the past with no warning, which was a bit jarring.
I also thought some of the plot twists were a little too convenient overall. They just so happen to stumble upon the people who made everything go off the rails? Mhm, sure. It was a mostly enjoyable reading experience, but not something that stands out to me.
For the most part, i enjoyed this, though I had a hard time with the constantly switching points of view. Not sure if it's marked better in the physical book, but listening to the audiobook, some of the time jumping and character jumping made the overall story difficult to follow. It would suddenly be in the past with no warning, which was a bit jarring.
I also thought some of the plot twists were a little too convenient overall. They just so happen to stumble upon the people who made everything go off the rails? Mhm, sure. It was a mostly enjoyable reading experience, but not something that stands out to me.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Blood, Cannibalism, and Gore
Moderate: Alcoholism, Mental illness, and Transphobia
Minor: Suicidal thoughts, Deadnaming, and Drug use
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