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dark
mysterious
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? No
3.25
A fast-paced chaotic mess of a book that is nevertheless hugely entertaining. However, I have to deduct quite a few points for the misogynistic and racist language. I know it was written in the 90s, that's still no excuse. You don't describe a woman's appearance and body like that all the time. Also, this thing he does of mocking his own main character by letting him think sarcastic descriptions of himself like "Mr Motivator" when he's just been anything but - it's a stupid habit and he should nip it in the bud.
Also, try to read the series in order if you can. I previously thought it wouldn't matter but this book introduces Greg Downing, a character whose name you'd do well to remember as he will crop up a few more times. And not in a good way. By reading book 12 before book 3 I knew more about the end than I should have. Still enjoyed it though, mind, especially as Win turns up so little that he almost doesn't find time to get on my nerves.
Also, try to read the series in order if you can. I previously thought it wouldn't matter but this book introduces Greg Downing, a character whose name you'd do well to remember as he will crop up a few more times. And not in a good way. By reading book 12 before book 3 I knew more about the end than I should have. Still enjoyed it though, mind, especially as Win turns up so little that he almost doesn't find time to get on my nerves.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Lesbophobia, Misogyny, Murder, Racism, Sexism, Body shaming, Homophobia, Gun violence, Addiction, Injury/Injury detail, Violence, Infidelity, Blood, Death, Fatphobia, and Pregnancy
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