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Such Sharp Teeth by Rachel Harrison

7 reviews

karalynaa's review against another edition

dark emotional funny reflective fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

5.0

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Content Warnings

Moderate: Toxic relationship, Pedophilia, Injury/Injury detail, Toxic friendship, Sexual assault, Sexual harassment, and Vomit

Minor: Pregnancy, Panic attacks/disorders, Death of parent, Gaslighting, Animal death, and Emotional abuse

eabh's review against another edition

challenging dark emotional mysterious reflective tense slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

5.0

I don’t read horror novels, like ever. But this book changed that for me! Such Sharp Teeth is about rage and self discovery and love and trust and fear and transformation and forgiveness. And damn did I love it. 

Though the body horror was hard for me to stomach at times, the novel is so well written that it was almost easier to swallow. The way Rachel Harrison tackles abuse and trauma is so refreshing and accurate and poignant. It’s rare that traumatic experiences are written with such grace and nuance. And the parallels between Rory and Scarlet’s experiences with bodily autonomy and shame ? Chefs kiss. It was real and raw and wonderful. 

If you want a feminist werewolf healing romance with a snarky and endearing cast of characters, you should absolutely read this book. Even if you’re not normally a “scary book girlie,” this book is so worth the read. 

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Body horror, Medical trauma, Animal death, Gore, and Pregnancy

Moderate: Sexual content, Child abuse, Pedophilia, Vomit, Sexual assault, and Panic attacks/disorders

talonsontypewriters's review against another edition

funny mysterious reflective fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? No
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

2.0

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Violence, Animal death, Blood, Medical content, Panic attacks/disorders, Gore, Injury/Injury detail, and Body horror

Moderate: Confinement, Sexual assault, Alcohol, Car accident, Abandonment, Pedophilia, Self harm, Child abuse, Pregnancy, and Vomit

Minor: Fire/Fire injury, Domestic abuse, Infidelity, Drug use, Death of parent, and Sexual content

CSA briefly depicted in a flashback, but stays mostly discussed. Nongraphic birth scene. Vaping/smoking.

jhaneveauguste's review against another edition

adventurous dark lighthearted fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? No
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.0

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Animal death, Abandonment, Alcohol, Vomit, Suicidal thoughts, Adult/minor relationship, Car accident, Child abuse, Medical content, Panic attacks/disorders, Pregnancy, Sexual assault, Blood, Body horror, and Cannibalism

natashaleighton_'s review against another edition

dark emotional funny mysterious medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

Rachel Harrison’s newest horror takes a refreshingly modern approach to werewolf lore that, I have to admit pleasantly surprised me. 

Full of dark humour and a loveably snarky protagonist,Such Sharp Teeth explores trauma, rage, and the often complex road to recovery through a paranormal (and feminist) lens that definitely tugged at my heartstrings. 

The viscerally grotesque imagery was really good and definitely stayed true to the genre, though do brace yourself if you’re even remotely squeamish as it’s not pretty. I must admit I was a little grossed out by some of the descriptions (particularly that horrifyingly detailed rat scene.) 

However, the intensity and depth of emotions packed into these scenes—both in the aftermath of the attack and Rory’s first transformation—really resonated with me and will definitely appeal to anyone who loves flawed, nuanced characters confronting and overcoming the obstacles in their life. 

I absolutely loved Rory, who is one of the most nuanced and complex protagonists I’ve ever encountered. Having reluctantly agreed to temporarily move back to her hometown (and live) with her pregnant sister (who recently split from her long term boyfriend), Rory finds herself struggling to cope with the resurfacing memories of her past trauma and the relationships that have become strained as a result—and made infinitely more complicated by her new (secret) life as a werewolf. 

Honestly, having found out what Rory had to go through as a child, I totally understood her frustration and rage, particularly at her mother. And though she managed to find the strength and fortitude to embark on the journey of self-acceptance and healing, I don’t think I could be nearly so forgiving had I been in Rory’s position. 

Ian, however was an absolute cinnamon roll and I loved how patient he was with Rory throughout her dark and painful emotional crises. Watching their flirtation and relationship slowly unfold was just a genuine delight and only added to the swoon-worthiness. 

Overall, a fiercely witty, ferociously feminist and heartfelt horror that’s perfect for newbies to the genre or anyone looking for something spooky to devour.

Also, thank you to Titan books for the finished copy 

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Gore, Violence, Vomit, Animal death, and Blood

Moderate: Pedophilia and Sexual assault

Minor: Car accident, Pregnancy, Panic attacks/disorders, and Gaslighting

vixenreader's review against another edition

adventurous dark emotional hopeful mysterious reflective sad tense medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.5

Not as much of a horror book as it
is a supernatural drama, it still is an engaging read about the how internalized rage and trauma can manifest decades later, and at the most inopportune time. 

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Animal death, Cursing, Injury/Injury detail, Animal cruelty, Blood, Body horror, Medical trauma, Mental illness, Pregnancy, and Sexual content

Moderate: Grief, Infidelity, Medical content, Child abuse, Violence, Death of parent, Gore, Panic attacks/disorders, Sexual violence, and Toxic friendship

Minor: Vomit, Alcohol, Self harm, and Suicidal thoughts

There is also excessive vaping, smoking, strained mother/daughter relationships, a childbirth scene and complications during a pregnancy.

imstephtacular's review

adventurous dark mysterious tense medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.75

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Body horror and Injury/Injury detail

Moderate: Cursing, Gore, Medical content, Alcohol, Animal death, Blood, Confinement, Medical trauma, Pregnancy, Sexual assault, Sexual content, Violence, and Child abuse

Minor: Vomit, Excrement, Panic attacks/disorders, Infidelity, Gaslighting, Car accident, and Grief