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vivian2121's review against another edition
dark
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.0
superindiekid's review against another edition
dark
emotional
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
4.75
ncramer0502's review against another edition
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
ryantlabee's review against another edition
5.0
I loved every minute with this book. So sad the journey is over.
vavagloom's review against another edition
5.0
4.5 ⭐
Maybe 5?
This book managed to be hilarious AND terrifying.
Maybe 5?
This book managed to be hilarious AND terrifying.
peanutvue's review against another edition
5.0
Didn’t understand the ending but omg the writing was great. so surreal
dorianreads13booksormoreayear's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.0
I enjoyed this being a book that was easy to keep reading. Though I didn’t feel it was something I couldn’t put down, it is not dull and I noted Moreno’s ability to draw me in using thought-provoking imagery which adds to the mystery and darkness that looms over its characters in several different settings. There are moments of hope that are previously built-up only to be quickly snatched away in a roller-coaster ride of emotions, which I applaud as they force the reader to relate to the central character through shared states of confusion and angst. Yet, this fast-paced nature seems to also be the crux by which the story falls flat. The suddenness of truly odd circumstances, paired with supernatural and mysterious elements that seem to be fighting hard to reveal some deeper meaning, ultimately fail to deliver a cohesive and resolved end to this still relatively-fun and thoughtful horror piece.
old_oak_owl's review against another edition
dark
emotional
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.25
Wow, this one turned out to be a mixed bag!
When it came to the emotional arc of the story - exploration of grief, reexamination of past regrets and trying to live on having lost all purpose in life - this book definitely succeeded, 5 stars! I loved the characters, I found the relationship between widower Thiago and Diane, his mother-in-law, so interesting, the way they bonded in their grief was fascinating to watch.
However when it came down to plot, it was more of 2 stars? I liked the first 50% of the story, however the second half was confusing, unfinished, vague and felt like too much and not enough information was thrown at you at the same time.
Overall, I loved the writing, want to pick up the next work from this author, however I hope that the plot will be more refined with the next book.
When it came to the emotional arc of the story - exploration of grief, reexamination of past regrets and trying to live on having lost all purpose in life - this book definitely succeeded, 5 stars! I loved the characters, I found the relationship between widower Thiago and Diane, his mother-in-law, so interesting, the way they bonded in their grief was fascinating to watch.
However when it came down to plot, it was more of 2 stars? I liked the first 50% of the story, however the second half was confusing, unfinished, vague and felt like too much and not enough information was thrown at you at the same time.
Overall, I loved the writing, want to pick up the next work from this author, however I hope that the plot will be more refined with the next book.
Graphic: Animal death
Moderate: Vomit and Schizophrenia/Psychosis