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wow, i'm not even sure where to start. i set high expectations for this book before id even started it and so i was sad to find myself somewhat disappointed in the first half of the story - this was fuelled in part by the fact that i felt id already sussed the 'twist' of Lauren/Olivia not existing in corporeal forms and my prior knowledge of DID definitely informed my understanding of what was happening with the protagonist, which in turn left me with the feeling that id ruined my own surprise party. furthermore, i was struggling to fully savour the writing style which felt too jarring for me to really settle into and enjoy the book.

it turned out that the unsettling and enigmatic nature of the book's journey is what provides it's unique appeal and and once more comfortable with ward's writing style, i found myself enjoying being kept on my toes. in fact, despite feeling as though i had initially ruined the big plot reveal for myself, i both enjoyed and was surprised by further revelations that came towards the end of the story and on the whole, i'm glad that i managed to warm to the last house on needless street by the time i finished it.

ladygeekface_'s review against another edition

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5.0

I was not originally thrilled to pick this book up. Honestly I was only reading it because it's Spooky Month (October) and I got approved for the ARC through Netgalley. However, I was quickly hooked! I finished the book within three sittings actually.

I don't want to give anything away but I'll say this book was a roller coaster. There were times I thought I knew exactly what the plot was, and boy was I wrong.

Also, I love a good unreliable narration.

tanesareads's review against another edition

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5.0

this book was wild a slow burn for sure but wow wow wow!

slowpoke's review against another edition

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5.0

Woweeeee genius writing
Flawless execution
A+

christinabooktreasures's review against another edition

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5.0

Holy snap! Loved this book. To be fair I particularly enjoy thrillers surrounding DID. This was a great read and I loved the ending.

ellejaereads's review against another edition

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dark mysterious tense medium-paced

Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.5

This book literally blew my mind. Like. Wow.

roxiehrt's review against another edition

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challenging dark emotional sad medium-paced

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

5.0

When you think you’ve figured this book out, you haven’t. The last quarter of the book alone is worth 5 stars. Every loose end is buttoned up and although super sad, the characters get the redemptions they deserve.

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