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dark
emotional
informative
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Last week my husband and I took our first trip to Dublin, and the day after I got home, I was approved for this e-ARC. I couldn't have asked for better timing! I was able to relive some of my favorite memories from our holiday: walking over the Ha'penny Bridge, taking the Dart train south along the coast, seeing the deers at Phoenix Park, and eating seafood everywhere. 🍀
I thought this novel was remarkable, especially suited for those who appreciate nice food/restaurants and a good mystery. Sarah Gilmartin perfectly captured the toxic restaurant culture that sexualizes the entire service industry: the customers, the staff, and even the food.
I loved the three distinct points of view, all of which felt true, and Gilmartin manages to tell this story without preaching and without taking sides, which is quite a feat with such a heavy and controversial topic. Overall, a perfectly constructed, dark, and empathetic read.
Many thanks to @pushkin_press and @netgalley for an advanced reader copy!
I thought this novel was remarkable, especially suited for those who appreciate nice food/restaurants and a good mystery. Sarah Gilmartin perfectly captured the toxic restaurant culture that sexualizes the entire service industry: the customers, the staff, and even the food.
I loved the three distinct points of view, all of which felt true, and Gilmartin manages to tell this story without preaching and without taking sides, which is quite a feat with such a heavy and controversial topic. Overall, a perfectly constructed, dark, and empathetic read.
Many thanks to @pushkin_press and @netgalley for an advanced reader copy!
Content Warnings
Moderate: Rape
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