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fluture's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
An enjoyable book to be read if you are looking for a light mystery and thriller without plot twists. I love how intense every chapter is, the author knows how to make us feel intrigued to continue reading it in one sit. Each character was described in a way where we were expected to understand why they acted that way now. Although it has predictable plot, it is still worth the read.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Colonisation, Domestic abuse, Fire/Fire injury, War, Rape, Death, Violence, Murder, and Sexual assault
Moderate: Suicide attempt, Alcohol, Child abuse, Gaslighting, Pedophilia, Self harm, Sexual content, Suicidal thoughts, Blood, Gun violence, Emotional abuse, and Mental illness
Minor: Chronic illness, Sexism, Stalking, Xenophobia, Cursing, Grief, Homophobia, Kidnapping, Misogyny, Physical abuse, and Alcoholism
kinreadsbooks's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
Another captivating novel by Allen Eskens. I found parts of this one to be more graphic than some of the others and had a hard time pushing through those parts but still a gripping story, nonetheless. I read the third book in this series first and so going back in time was quite cool - although I really enjoyed the narration from Lila's perspective in the third book even more. Can't wait to keep reading his books.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual violence, Gun violence, War, Rape, Murder, Xenophobia, Violence, Sexual assault, Racism, and Colonisation
Moderate: Child abuse and Domestic abuse
Minor: Death of parent
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