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laurenvoice's review against another edition
dark
reflective
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
The writing style is not for me. However, the topic/theme of the book was interesting, and the way it was delivered was quite gripping.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Mental illness and Bullying
Minor: Schizophrenia/Psychosis , Self harm, Physical abuse, Confinement, Racism, Forced institutionalization, and Emotional abuse
olivesolivesolivess23's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
inspiring
mysterious
sad
tense
medium-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
5.0
I am speechless - just, WOW. Shy took my breath away.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Self harm, Suicide attempt, Drug use, Blood, Animal death, Cursing, Death, and Mental illness
mt_gilley's review
dark
emotional
tense
fast-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
3.0
Max Porter's latest is, like Grief Is the Thing with Feathers, a story of emotional crisis told through short bursts of formally experimental prose. It is frequently affecting, and the way the different registers pile up is compelling and overwhelming, but it didn't hit me quite as hard as his past works. At times the character and event felt just a little contrived.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Self harm, Drug abuse, Suicide attempt, Bullying, and Suicidal thoughts
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