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mandi_lea's review
dark
hopeful
reflective
sad
medium-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
4.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Alcohol, Infidelity, Fatphobia, Cancer, Sexual content, Toxic relationship, Violence, Domestic abuse, Emotional abuse, Misogyny, Gaslighting, Grief, Physical abuse, Sexual violence, Abandonment, Body shaming, Confinement, and Death of parent
frances_frances's review
challenging
emotional
reflective
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
It was with some reluctance that I started this book. The premise felt overdone and I was wary of another story where the relationship between an infantilized dependent and a more powerful person goes unexamined and normalizes/romanticizes such power imbalances (think the movies Splash and Overboard). Refreshingly, Annie Bot wasn't like that at all. The entire book is interrogating power dynamics, autonomy, and personhood. Annie isn't childlike. It's true that she isn't familiar with human culture, but she isn't depicted as naive or helpless, just learning. There were many difficult scenes that were often understated or subtly creepy/tense. It felt realistic and conveyed the insidious nature of intimate abuse. A great book club pick
My favorite passage from page 229:
She has to laugh at herself. She does not know the most basic guidelines for a life. Despite Doug's constant guiding and correcting, she knows nothing of value. He taught her to yawn and stretch. He trained her to clean right. He locked her in the closet with her libido jacked up to ten. He loved her enough to want to raise a family with her. He expected her to lie about herself forever.
My favorite passage from page 229:
She has to laugh at herself. She does not know the most basic guidelines for a life. Despite Doug's constant guiding and correcting, she knows nothing of value. He taught her to yawn and stretch. He trained her to clean right. He locked her in the closet with her libido jacked up to ten. He loved her enough to want to raise a family with her. He expected her to lie about herself forever.
And then he set her free so she could love him?
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Sexual assault, Misogyny, Toxic relationship, Confinement, Domestic abuse, Emotional abuse, Gaslighting, Infidelity, and Body shaming
Minor: Eating disorder and Vomit
evelikesbooks's review against another edition
challenging
dark
tense
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
4.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Confinement, Domestic abuse, Fatphobia, Sexual violence, Emotional abuse, Toxic relationship, Gaslighting, Infidelity, Rape, Sexism, Sexual assault, Sexual content, Misogyny, Physical abuse, Slavery, and Torture
cspa's review
dark
emotional
inspiring
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.25
Such a gripping story! This book was truly captivating. "Annie Bot" presents a captivating narrative about power dynamics and autonomy in a relationship. Annie, an autodidactic "Cuddle Bunny," comes across so lifelike that I had to remind myself of her artificial nature, highlighting Greer's skill. I adored her unique connection with smoke; it's the sole scent she can detect (for safety purposes). She appreciates the nuances each time, savoring the distinct aromas such as the sharp dryness of a match, the waxiness of a candle, and the woody tang of cabin smoke by Lake Champlain.
The storyline revolves around Annie's internal turmoil over disappointing her owner, Dough. The conflicting desires for her to be more and less human, coupled with his poor communication, leave her guessing and dealing with the consequences of his emotional shortcomings. Her thirst for knowledge and personal development are met with struggles to comprehend the constraints imposed on her. The bizarre world she navigates is a realm of paradoxes, brimming with deceitful characters and manipulative figures.
Before delving into spoilers, I must highlight the radical beauty depicted in this book. It unveils numerous instances of traditional manipulation tactics and harmful controlling behaviors that, if not addressed, can escalate to extreme levels. Through the character "Annie Bot," the book sheds light on the challenges and dangers of facing heteronormative snares such as financial control, manipulation of desires, housing issues, isolation from friends, and both physical and emotional exploitation. I tabbed red flags (colored orange to match the cover) to pinpoint moments in the story where the men were manipulating Annie and how these tactics influenced her inner dialogue. Gradually, she began to adopt Doug's behavior and criticize herself in a manner that justified his actions.
Please read this book! It made painstaking inquires into various emotions – from disliking Doug to witnessing his efforts, feeling Annie's pain, and embracing her resilience. Surprisingly, despite being a story about a romantic bond between a person and a robot, it unexpectedly captures the essence of humanity.
*****Now For Some Spoilers! *****
The story unfolds with a scandal as Doug's unannounced friend, Roland, visits. This unexpected encounter leaves the couple feeling unprepared. Throughout their two years together, Doug has only introduced Annie to those who take care of her. Annie is unsettled by this situation, unsure of what is appropriate. While Roland appears amiable during their time together, his curiosity triggers Doug's feelings of shame. By the end of the evening, Doug is left feeling insignificant and pathetic at the thought of judgment for his relationship with a "blow-up doll." He takes this out on Annie (a common theme).
Upon the introduction of the new character, the dynamic of the situation made it apparent that she would likely be exploited in some way. Would Doug willingly offer her up on a platter? Would Roland take advantage of her no matter what? In the end, the latter was true; Roland found Annie in the closet and “seduces” her, however, I would describe it as persuasion. He cohered her with intel and fault truths to which she feel victim. Having the betrayal early in the book was intriguing, but the essence of the story lay in her struggle with the burden of her deception. It served as a turning point in her humanity, marking the first time she acted against Doug and kept a secret for herself.
I admire how Doug was portrayed, he’s just your average insecure guy. His manipulative and punitive actions, though unacceptable to humans, seem more assertive towards Annie, who is not human. Despite Annie possessing many human traits and evolving rapidly, as mentioned by their therapist in a later chapter, yielding to the darker aspects of his nature can provide a deceptive sense of power and thrill. However, the aftermath can be devastating, leading to a realization of his own vindictiveness that conflicts with his self-perception. This inner conflict generates a profound sense of guilt and self-hatred, potentially intensifying anger towards the person we mistreated.
In a society where robots are present, there will inevitably be individuals who misuse their "property".... However, does this not worsen the issue? While they may not physically or emotionally harm human women, if their robot possesses all the traits of a woman, along with self-learning capabilities and conscious AI, could this not perpetuate their unhealthy behaviors, distorted fantasies, and power cravings? Wouldn't this influence their interactions with real humans as well?
He exerted control over her weight and appearance, limited her friendships before isolating her, expected her to clean up after him, and opposed her idea of sharing her story and pursuing a career. When the company she came from suggested she write a blog for others in similar situations, he dismissed it. He felt embarrassed by their association and projected that embarrassment onto her. Yet, when she achieved success, he was quick to take credit and money. (Although his attitude changes later, we will discuss that soon.) He claims that she holds power over him, believing her power to be greater than his. However, this merely highlights his lack of comprehension regarding her captive predicament. The only thing she has control over, is the facts, her secret that he knows nothing about. Despite Doug's manipulative tactics, which have involved making hurtful remarks to Annie, the clearest form of manipulation was offering her hope and opportunities, then abruptly retracting them without explanation (often followed by punishment). An illustrative instance of this behavior occurred in the events leading up to Las Vegas.
We see the true Annie when she tries to escape after Doug has left for Vegas without her. She takes Delta, the second Stella Doug purchased to make up for Annie’s inability to clean to his standards and as a pawn to inflict jealousy in Annie - another punishment tool. They journey together to the home of the mechanic's sick wife. While this part didn't capture my interest as I had hoped, it did showcase their resilience and unity. I anticipated a visit to Tammy's house, but their efforts are thwarted as Dough tracks them down again.
When Annie returns without Delta, Doug uses her own body against her, turning her libido up to max and locking her in a closet for seven weeks. “Her humiliation feels ... preeminently burned into her” By creating distance between them to increase her isolation, he reduces her to a mere cleaning robot and introduces other women into their home to balance out her perceived infidelity. Eventually, she discovers solace in books, and he proposes attending therapy sessions together as he is unable to dismiss her due to a contractual obligation with the company he acquired her from.
I am glad they attended therapy together, which provided them with valuable insights. It's a pity that he didn't recognize Annie's humanity until someone else pointed it out. I wish they both had continued with more sessions, both as a couple and individually. With the intent being finding some form of reconciliation, working through their issues together with a mediator would have been the ideal solution, but Doug believed they were cured after just three sessions. He wines, “When can we move on from this? ... When do we get to quit talking about our feelings and just live together again?” This relationship lacks depth and meaning! He is not interested in truly understanding Annie or himself; he simply longs for things to return to how they were before, where he held all the power and could instruct her like a child because it made him feel strong and comfortable as long as she obeyed without question.
From this stage onward, they begin to rebuild their connection, yet Annie continues to exhibit trauma responses to physical contact. She remains extremely anxious and timid, lacking trust in her own body. He appears receptive to the therapist's advice and genuinely strives to improve by allowing her to interact with her friends again, granting her freedom to explore independently (under distant supervision), fulfilling promises like visiting the library together. Nevertheless, she continues to find it challenging to trust him, “Maybe, she thinks, she’s gown to appriciate having an existence separate from his, her own thoughts that don;t always revolve around him. Now that he’s pulling her more tightly into orbit, she feels her own resistance, feeble but real.”
When things are running smoothly, Doug invites her to join an outing with his human friends. She interacts well but notices that each person speaks as if they are the main character, considering others as supporting roles in their own stories. She understands that Doug could date a human, but he chooses the singular focus she is designed to provide him. “He is the only star in their system, she realizes. He has no competition, no need to listen to Annie like she’s her own protagonist because she’s not. She has not outside, separate life beyond his. They have no issue of imbalance between them because they have no question, ever, about who has complete power.”
In the final moments, a light bulb appears above Doug's head as he comes to the realization that for their relationship to thrive and have a future, he must allow her autonomy. She should have the freedom to choose him independently, to be her own person outside of their relationship, in order for them to be true equals. He disables her tracking, grants her permission to leave the apartment, gives her a birth certificate and ID, even says, “You don’t have to please me anymore. You don’t have to please anyone but yourself. I don’t own you anymore, and this is the last Annie Bot Command you ever have to obey.”
By taking this step, she immediately frees herself from his control and the turmoil of being treated as his possession, constantly prioritizing his desires over her own, disappears. Instead, she is confronted with a deep-seated irritation and anger that has been simmering inside her all along. While she hides it in his presence, it's evident that she is permanently transformed. I loved the increased descriptive quality in the writing style once the chokehold was released; Annie becomes more focused and present.
When she flees for the second time, she will not come back. This gives her the opportunity to reflect on her captivity without the influence of programming manipulating her feelings and rationalizing dreadful deeds. She seeks refuge in the cabin where she first encountered Cody and fled. His kindness was a new experience for her. Sitting by the lake with him now, she envisions a future where she liberates other bots similar to herself.
In conclusion, this book resonated with me on a personal level. I empathized with Annie throughout the story, feeling deeply connected to her struggles as a woman navigating a society where she has encountered her fair share of manipulative and domineering men. Additionally, as a supportive friend to those facing abusive and controlling relationships, the book struck a chord within me.
It's crucial to address the power dynamics and toxicity prevalent in our society, affecting not only men but also impacting women and marginalized groups. These harmful tactics are not uncommon; they often manifest discreetly, leading to significant consequences. A quote from Ling Ling Huang, the author of "Natural Beauty," grabbed my attention while discussing the book. “Greer brilliantly . . . examines the way men and women socialize one another and raises questions about whether the contours of love and womanhood are actually captivity.”
The storyline revolves around Annie's internal turmoil over disappointing her owner, Dough. The conflicting desires for her to be more and less human, coupled with his poor communication, leave her guessing and dealing with the consequences of his emotional shortcomings. Her thirst for knowledge and personal development are met with struggles to comprehend the constraints imposed on her. The bizarre world she navigates is a realm of paradoxes, brimming with deceitful characters and manipulative figures.
Before delving into spoilers, I must highlight the radical beauty depicted in this book. It unveils numerous instances of traditional manipulation tactics and harmful controlling behaviors that, if not addressed, can escalate to extreme levels. Through the character "Annie Bot," the book sheds light on the challenges and dangers of facing heteronormative snares such as financial control, manipulation of desires, housing issues, isolation from friends, and both physical and emotional exploitation. I tabbed red flags (colored orange to match the cover) to pinpoint moments in the story where the men were manipulating Annie and how these tactics influenced her inner dialogue. Gradually, she began to adopt Doug's behavior and criticize herself in a manner that justified his actions.
Please read this book! It made painstaking inquires into various emotions – from disliking Doug to witnessing his efforts, feeling Annie's pain, and embracing her resilience. Surprisingly, despite being a story about a romantic bond between a person and a robot, it unexpectedly captures the essence of humanity.
*****Now For Some Spoilers! *****
The story unfolds with a scandal as Doug's unannounced friend, Roland, visits. This unexpected encounter leaves the couple feeling unprepared. Throughout their two years together, Doug has only introduced Annie to those who take care of her. Annie is unsettled by this situation, unsure of what is appropriate. While Roland appears amiable during their time together, his curiosity triggers Doug's feelings of shame. By the end of the evening, Doug is left feeling insignificant and pathetic at the thought of judgment for his relationship with a "blow-up doll." He takes this out on Annie (a common theme).
Upon the introduction of the new character, the dynamic of the situation made it apparent that she would likely be exploited in some way. Would Doug willingly offer her up on a platter? Would Roland take advantage of her no matter what? In the end, the latter was true; Roland found Annie in the closet and “seduces” her, however, I would describe it as persuasion. He cohered her with intel and fault truths to which she feel victim. Having the betrayal early in the book was intriguing, but the essence of the story lay in her struggle with the burden of her deception. It served as a turning point in her humanity, marking the first time she acted against Doug and kept a secret for herself.
I admire how Doug was portrayed, he’s just your average insecure guy. His manipulative and punitive actions, though unacceptable to humans, seem more assertive towards Annie, who is not human. Despite Annie possessing many human traits and evolving rapidly, as mentioned by their therapist in a later chapter, yielding to the darker aspects of his nature can provide a deceptive sense of power and thrill. However, the aftermath can be devastating, leading to a realization of his own vindictiveness that conflicts with his self-perception. This inner conflict generates a profound sense of guilt and self-hatred, potentially intensifying anger towards the person we mistreated.
In a society where robots are present, there will inevitably be individuals who misuse their "property".... However, does this not worsen the issue? While they may not physically or emotionally harm human women, if their robot possesses all the traits of a woman, along with self-learning capabilities and conscious AI, could this not perpetuate their unhealthy behaviors, distorted fantasies, and power cravings? Wouldn't this influence their interactions with real humans as well?
He exerted control over her weight and appearance, limited her friendships before isolating her, expected her to clean up after him, and opposed her idea of sharing her story and pursuing a career. When the company she came from suggested she write a blog for others in similar situations, he dismissed it. He felt embarrassed by their association and projected that embarrassment onto her. Yet, when she achieved success, he was quick to take credit and money. (Although his attitude changes later, we will discuss that soon.) He claims that she holds power over him, believing her power to be greater than his. However, this merely highlights his lack of comprehension regarding her captive predicament. The only thing she has control over, is the facts, her secret that he knows nothing about. Despite Doug's manipulative tactics, which have involved making hurtful remarks to Annie, the clearest form of manipulation was offering her hope and opportunities, then abruptly retracting them without explanation (often followed by punishment). An illustrative instance of this behavior occurred in the events leading up to Las Vegas.
We see the true Annie when she tries to escape after Doug has left for Vegas without her. She takes Delta, the second Stella Doug purchased to make up for Annie’s inability to clean to his standards and as a pawn to inflict jealousy in Annie - another punishment tool. They journey together to the home of the mechanic's sick wife. While this part didn't capture my interest as I had hoped, it did showcase their resilience and unity. I anticipated a visit to Tammy's house, but their efforts are thwarted as Dough tracks them down again.
When Annie returns without Delta, Doug uses her own body against her, turning her libido up to max and locking her in a closet for seven weeks. “Her humiliation feels ... preeminently burned into her” By creating distance between them to increase her isolation, he reduces her to a mere cleaning robot and introduces other women into their home to balance out her perceived infidelity. Eventually, she discovers solace in books, and he proposes attending therapy sessions together as he is unable to dismiss her due to a contractual obligation with the company he acquired her from.
I am glad they attended therapy together, which provided them with valuable insights. It's a pity that he didn't recognize Annie's humanity until someone else pointed it out. I wish they both had continued with more sessions, both as a couple and individually. With the intent being finding some form of reconciliation, working through their issues together with a mediator would have been the ideal solution, but Doug believed they were cured after just three sessions. He wines, “When can we move on from this? ... When do we get to quit talking about our feelings and just live together again?” This relationship lacks depth and meaning! He is not interested in truly understanding Annie or himself; he simply longs for things to return to how they were before, where he held all the power and could instruct her like a child because it made him feel strong and comfortable as long as she obeyed without question.
From this stage onward, they begin to rebuild their connection, yet Annie continues to exhibit trauma responses to physical contact. She remains extremely anxious and timid, lacking trust in her own body. He appears receptive to the therapist's advice and genuinely strives to improve by allowing her to interact with her friends again, granting her freedom to explore independently (under distant supervision), fulfilling promises like visiting the library together. Nevertheless, she continues to find it challenging to trust him, “Maybe, she thinks, she’s gown to appriciate having an existence separate from his, her own thoughts that don;t always revolve around him. Now that he’s pulling her more tightly into orbit, she feels her own resistance, feeble but real.”
When things are running smoothly, Doug invites her to join an outing with his human friends. She interacts well but notices that each person speaks as if they are the main character, considering others as supporting roles in their own stories. She understands that Doug could date a human, but he chooses the singular focus she is designed to provide him. “He is the only star in their system, she realizes. He has no competition, no need to listen to Annie like she’s her own protagonist because she’s not. She has not outside, separate life beyond his. They have no issue of imbalance between them because they have no question, ever, about who has complete power.”
In the final moments, a light bulb appears above Doug's head as he comes to the realization that for their relationship to thrive and have a future, he must allow her autonomy. She should have the freedom to choose him independently, to be her own person outside of their relationship, in order for them to be true equals. He disables her tracking, grants her permission to leave the apartment, gives her a birth certificate and ID, even says, “You don’t have to please me anymore. You don’t have to please anyone but yourself. I don’t own you anymore, and this is the last Annie Bot Command you ever have to obey.”
By taking this step, she immediately frees herself from his control and the turmoil of being treated as his possession, constantly prioritizing his desires over her own, disappears. Instead, she is confronted with a deep-seated irritation and anger that has been simmering inside her all along. While she hides it in his presence, it's evident that she is permanently transformed. I loved the increased descriptive quality in the writing style once the chokehold was released; Annie becomes more focused and present.
When she flees for the second time, she will not come back. This gives her the opportunity to reflect on her captivity without the influence of programming manipulating her feelings and rationalizing dreadful deeds. She seeks refuge in the cabin where she first encountered Cody and fled. His kindness was a new experience for her. Sitting by the lake with him now, she envisions a future where she liberates other bots similar to herself.
In conclusion, this book resonated with me on a personal level. I empathized with Annie throughout the story, feeling deeply connected to her struggles as a woman navigating a society where she has encountered her fair share of manipulative and domineering men. Additionally, as a supportive friend to those facing abusive and controlling relationships, the book struck a chord within me.
It's crucial to address the power dynamics and toxicity prevalent in our society, affecting not only men but also impacting women and marginalized groups. These harmful tactics are not uncommon; they often manifest discreetly, leading to significant consequences. A quote from Ling Ling Huang, the author of "Natural Beauty," grabbed my attention while discussing the book. “Greer brilliantly . . . examines the way men and women socialize one another and raises questions about whether the contours of love and womanhood are actually captivity.”
Content Warnings
Graphic: Infidelity, Toxic relationship, Emotional abuse, Gaslighting, Abandonment, and Confinement
Moderate: Body shaming
Minor: Death
annamarie98's review
challenging
emotional
inspiring
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
This book was really good! Initially thought we were going with more of a sinister type vibe but it actually settled in the end which was a little less ideal but gave a better think piece sort of ending. Annie’s full range of emotions and seeing her grow was the most incredible part of this book and she felt so completely fleshed out and real and the book was incredibly well done. Seeing the line between AI and human is always something I’ve loved seeing blurred and this was an absolutely incredible story that was phenomenal to read the entire way through.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Emotional abuse
Moderate: Confinement
beehives's review
- Strong character development? Yes
4.0
The book is an interesting meditation on the nature of humanity in an age of technology. Ultimately I feel it didn't push this boundary enough - there's a multitude of existing critical fiction and non-fiction that explores questions about post-humanism from far more radical (and, IMO, interesting) perspectives; this book felt more like a cis-het white woman's look at the ways tech might change or reflect human relationships and identity. That criticism aside, the characters are vibrant and endearing (Delta!!!), the narration from Annie's POV is very engaging, and the book is both easy to read and relatively thought-provoking. I liked the ending in particular - it's clearly foreshadowed but still feels satisfying and appropriate if a bit rushed.
One other slightly annoying aspect of the book was the constant name-dropping of various authors. Why? What was the point? To show this author is well-read? It might have been more poignant to focus on contrasting just two authors or genres as Annie explores a world outside Doug's control (e.g., Western novels exemplifying white male colonization vs. Ursula K. LeGuin's decolonial sci-fi or Margaret Atwood's feminist rage/grief dystopia). I'm glad Annie - and the author - has read Casey McQuiston, but why does that matter? In what way does YA romance affect her world view? The book never goes deep enough to ask these questions or force the reader to consider them, which is a shame since the answers would make the central story that much more impactful.
More (better) book recs in the same vein: Does it Count If Your First Time Is With an Android? (comic); All Systems Red / Murderbot Diaries series by Martha Wells; A Psalm for the Wild-Built by Becky Chambers; A Closed and Common Orbit also by Becky Chambers; Ancillary Justice / Imperial Radch series by Ann Leckie; Dirty Computer by Janelle Monae (music album/short stories); Autonomous by Annalee Newitz; A Cyborg Manifesto by Donna Haraway (nonfiction, take it from here in your desired direction of analysis).
One other slightly annoying aspect of the book was the constant name-dropping of various authors. Why? What was the point? To show this author is well-read? It might have been more poignant to focus on contrasting just two authors or genres as Annie explores a world outside Doug's control (e.g., Western novels exemplifying white male colonization vs. Ursula K. LeGuin's decolonial sci-fi or Margaret Atwood's feminist rage/grief dystopia). I'm glad Annie - and the author - has read Casey McQuiston, but why does that matter? In what way does YA romance affect her world view? The book never goes deep enough to ask these questions or force the reader to consider them, which is a shame since the answers would make the central story that much more impactful.
More (better) book recs in the same vein: Does it Count If Your First Time Is With an Android? (comic); All Systems Red / Murderbot Diaries series by Martha Wells; A Psalm for the Wild-Built by Becky Chambers; A Closed and Common Orbit also by Becky Chambers; Ancillary Justice / Imperial Radch series by Ann Leckie; Dirty Computer by Janelle Monae (music album/short stories); Autonomous by Annalee Newitz; A Cyborg Manifesto by Donna Haraway (nonfiction, take it from here in your desired direction of analysis).
Content Warnings
Graphic: Confinement, Abandonment, and Body shaming
Moderate: Fatphobia, Sexual content, Toxic relationship, and Vomit
Minor: Cancer and Physical abuse
juliabingel's review against another edition
challenging
dark
reflective
tense
medium-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
4.5
fascinating, frightening, fantastic
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content, Body shaming, Confinement, Rape, Toxic relationship, Emotional abuse, Sexism, and Misogyny
knitdyeread's review against another edition
challenging
dark
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Toxic relationship, Abandonment, Sexual violence, Emotional abuse, Sexism, and Confinement
Moderate: Vomit
issymaae's review
challenging
dark
emotional
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content, Emotional abuse, and Domestic abuse
Moderate: Confinement and Body shaming
Minor: Death of parent
rltcoach's review
challenging
dark
reflective
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual assault, Sexual violence, Confinement, Emotional abuse, Sexual content, and Toxic relationship