Scan barcode
frogggirl2's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
What a fast, unique, thrilling read! In terms of a horror/school overlap, this is a lot like a two-part episode of Buffy the Vampire Slayer (high praise). This is ugly and beautiful, haunting and relateable. A propulsive read, consistently fascinating, that I could not put down and will not soon forget.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Blood, Body horror, Bullying, Death, Fire/Fire injury, Gore, Grief, Gun violence, Injury/Injury detail, Mass/school shootings, Murder, Suicidal thoughts, Violence, and Vomit
sammba's review against another edition
challenging
dark
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? Yes
4.25
It is a well written book that's content will stay in my mind for a long time. I caught on to the mystery about 1/3 of the way through and continued reading hoping that I was wrong. The whole story is heartbreaking.
I would NOT recommend his book for teens or label it as YA (see content/trigger warnings). It is NOT for the faint of heart.
I would NOT recommend his book for teens or label it as YA (see content/trigger warnings). It is NOT for the faint of heart.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child death, Eating disorder, Emotional abuse, Cursing, Gore, Grief, Murder, Body horror, Bullying, Death, Gun violence, Injury/Injury detail, Mass/school shootings, Panic attacks/disorders, Suicidal thoughts, and Violence
More...