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wickedgrumpy's review against another edition
emotional
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
reflective
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
4.0
The characters were lovely. I imagine I will pick up the next in the series at some point because I thought it was a charming read, even though it wasn't my usual cup of tea.
Also, I know it's a murder mystery but I wasn't expecting so much casual death. Was a bit grim at times.
Also, I know it's a murder mystery but I wasn't expecting so much casual death. Was a bit grim at times.
Content Warnings
Minor: Grief, Suicidal thoughts, Terminal illness, Bullying, Classism, Death, Death of parent, Dementia, Infidelity, Murder, Religious bigotry, Stalking, Trafficking, Alcohol, Animal death, Fatphobia, Gaslighting, Medical content, Toxic relationship, Pregnancy, Sexism, Body shaming, Domestic abuse, Toxic friendship, Abandonment, Chronic illness, Drug use, Mental illness, Misogyny, Police brutality, and Suicide
greatexpectations77's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
I thought this was very cute, and the writing style from Joyce's perspective is a delight. I did struggle with that thing where when there are a bunch of characters, I have a hard time keeping everyone's characteristics separate. But I thought this was fun, and I would continue to read this series.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Grief, Suicide, and Death
Moderate: Alcohol, Injury/Injury detail, Chronic illness, and Murder
Minor: Blood, Abandonment, Bullying, and Terminal illness
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