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4.56 AVERAGE
4.56 AVERAGE
dark
emotional
sad
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
adventurous
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
informative
inspiring
sad
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
So much of this book was read through tears and a stomach tied up in knots. It is a sin and a shame what this country has done to children. Never has a book made me feel so anxious. Due creates characters that you love fiercely almost from the moment you meet them. She weaves history and fiction so expertly. this book has certainly changed me.
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
sad
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
dark
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
really really strong book discussing a horrible hidden truth in US history. the horror elements that the author weaves into the story are fantastic; it drew me in and keep me turning the pages. I really enjoyed the authors writing style and thoroughly enjoyed my reading experience.
the pitfall of this book is its length. there were often moments that felt drawn out. I was especially disappointed to see that despite the length, certain character plot lines were never concluded, especially ms hamilton’s.
(as a side note: this book also reminded me a lot of nickel boys. having seen the movie only recently it was difficult for me to separate the two. however, this is a personal problem, as the stories are very different despite both taking place in a school for boys.)
the pitfall of this book is its length. there were often moments that felt drawn out. I was especially disappointed to see that despite the length, certain character plot lines were never concluded, especially ms hamilton’s.
(as a side note: this book also reminded me a lot of nickel boys. having seen the movie only recently it was difficult for me to separate the two. however, this is a personal problem, as the stories are very different despite both taking place in a school for boys.)
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child abuse, Child death, Death, Pedophilia, Racial slurs, Racism, Sexual violence, Violence
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
dark
emotional
informative
sad
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child abuse, Racial slurs, Racism
challenging
dark
emotional
informative
sad
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
This was my first real horror read. Absolutely harrowing, but very well written. Total page turner. The Blue reveal had me shook. The Chicago ending felt a bit simple compared to the lead-up, but I appreciate the author wanted to finish on a lighter note.
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
informative
inspiring
mysterious
sad
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated