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itsmeyseniab's review
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.5
Sara Shepard's M.O. is "let's serve nothing throughout the whole novel and add a random murder/traumatic event at the end every time" and it shows. I'm also still having issues with the use of harmful, fatphobic language and the use of the r word as an insult/slur was not it. Sara Shepard's view of those in mental health facilities was also not great - perpetuating the stereotype that all those seeking help with their mental health are "crazy" was eye-rolling to say the least. Although the last cliffhanger in "Killer" kept me interested, the big reveal Jenna being murdered at the end of this one did nothing for me - I've just... stopped caring? I guess what I'm trying to say is that I'm not sure why this series is as long as it is - the novelty of this series has definitely worn off for me.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Stalking
Moderate: Infidelity and Fatphobia
Minor: Suicide and Murder
fanboyriot's review
dark
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
For whatever reason I liked this better than the first time I read it. Originally I gave it two stars because the drama was kinda annoying. Now I fine it almost funny how much bad luck everyone in these books have. The miscommunications are annoying but it is still a nostalgic read so it’s difficult not to find it somewhat of a guilty pleasure.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Confinement, Forced institutionalization, and Stalking
Moderate: Fatphobia, Death, Infidelity, and Eating disorder
Minor: Suicide and Murder
graceel35's review
dark
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
Content Warnings
Graphic: Forced institutionalization
Minor: Suicide
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