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emotional
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
I received an electronic advenced reading copy from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.
From the first page I was struck by Tanya Turton's sultry use of words to envelope the reader in the atmosphere of her story. I highlighted so many sentences that felt like silk and would definitely recommend this novel to anyone a good description. I did however struggle to stay engaged at time as the story is meandering. It is far more about the atmosphere and the characters surround the principle Jade. So many chapter are dedicated to how those in Jade's orbit relate to her, with frequent flashbacks to explain their connections. Little happens in the main thread of the story until the third act but this works as it mimics Jade's internal journey. At it's core this is a story of grief, letting go and allowing yourself to bloom. Give it a chance if you enjoy slow, melodic stories that a slice of real life.
From the first page I was struck by Tanya Turton's sultry use of words to envelope the reader in the atmosphere of her story. I highlighted so many sentences that felt like silk and would definitely recommend this novel to anyone a good description. I did however struggle to stay engaged at time as the story is meandering. It is far more about the atmosphere and the characters surround the principle Jade. So many chapter are dedicated to how those in Jade's orbit relate to her, with frequent flashbacks to explain their connections. Little happens in the main thread of the story until the third act but this works as it mimics Jade's internal journey. At it's core this is a story of grief, letting go and allowing yourself to bloom. Give it a chance if you enjoy slow, melodic stories that a slice of real life.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Grief
Minor: Drug use and Alcohol
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