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A dark read I generally would not agree falling into YA, really more New Adult or just adult with a teen protagonist, similar to Library of the Dead.
Some very relatable and authentic representation of autistic and trans characters that was at times heartwarming and other times soul crushing.
The ending wrapped up ridiculously quick, which lost it a star.
Graphic: Ableism, Adult/minor relationship, Animal death, Body horror, Confinement, Deadnaming, Domestic abuse, Emotional abuse, Gore, Panic attacks/disorders, Pedophilia, Self harm, Suicidal thoughts, Torture, Transphobia, Forced institutionalization, Blood, Vomit, Medical trauma, Abortion, Murder, Pregnancy, Dysphoria, Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Rape, Sexual assault
Minor: Miscarriage, Cannibalism
This is truly one of the most impactful YA books I have read in my entire life. Despite it's fictional writing, this book draws upon historical events. Knowing this, the contents in the book were even more emotionally bounding.
This book explores the institutionalization of minorities including BIPOC & Queer people but also women. It also explores forms of resistance against oppressive systems, these topics are essential to the book and were incorporated in a phenomenal way.
The historical incorporations alongside the horror sends chills down your back and hits to your deepest core.
Sillas is an incredible protagonist. His courage and bravery is truly like no other. He is a character that draws you in and changes your entire life. Sillas alongside the cast of characters dig their nails in your brain creating a much more thrilling experience.
By the end of the book, I had to sit and stare at a blank wall because I simply couldn't believe what I had read. Truly one of the best YA horror books.
I read this via audio and the narrator did an amazing job at depicting the story and Silla's voice. In all honesty, I recommend everyone read this audio to truly get a vivid picture of Sillas and his story.
I do recommend to look at trigger warnings, this book deals with some serious topics that can be triggering to folks.
Graphic: Body horror, Child abuse, Confinement, Deadnaming, Gore, Homophobia, Pedophilia, Physical abuse, Rape, Self harm, Sexism, Sexual assault, Suicidal thoughts, Torture, Transphobia, Violence, Forced institutionalization, Blood, Vomit, Medical content, Kidnapping, Medical trauma, Abortion, Murder, Sexual harassment, Injury/Injury detail
Graphic: Transphobia, Medical content, Medical trauma, Abortion
Moderate: Adult/minor relationship, Rape, Sexual assault
Minor: Child abuse
Graphic: Ableism, Adult/minor relationship, Animal death, Body horror, Cursing, Deadnaming, Gore, Mental illness, Misogyny, Pedophilia, Physical abuse, Sexism, Sexual assault, Sexual violence, Suicidal thoughts, Transphobia, Forced institutionalization, Blood, Medical content, Medical trauma, Abortion, Murder, Pregnancy, Gaslighting, Dysphoria, Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Confinement, Miscarriage, Rape, Self harm, Vomit, Grief, Abandonment
Minor: Eating disorder, Homophobia, Cannibalism, Religious bigotry, Death of parent
Graphic: Gore, Rape, Sexual assault, Medical trauma
But it was so so good. I unintentionally finished the back half in one sitting cause I just couldn’t put it down.
Silas’ journey was interesting as well as heartbreaking. I’m so glad he found the courage to fight back against everyone who told him he was broken.
I also loved Daphne and Isabella. They were so tender to Silas in such a hostile environment.
Graphic: Deadnaming, Violence, Forced institutionalization, Medical trauma, Abortion, Murder
Moderate: Adult/minor relationship, Rape, Sexual harassment
Graphic: Adult/minor relationship, Body horror, Child abuse, Child death, Confinement, Cursing, Deadnaming, Death, Gore, Homophobia, Mental illness, Miscarriage, Misogyny, Physical abuse, Rape, Sexism, Sexual assault, Sexual violence, Suicide, Torture, Transphobia, Forced institutionalization, Blood, Medical content, Abortion, Murder, Pregnancy, Sexual harassment
Graphic: Child abuse, Child death, Cursing, Death, Gore, Misogyny, Physical abuse, Rape, Self harm, Sexism, Torture, Violence, Blood, Medical trauma, Abortion, Murder, Pregnancy, Dysphoria, Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Ableism, Adult/minor relationship
Minor: Animal death, Mental illness, Miscarriage, Cannibalism
Graphic: Ableism, Adult/minor relationship, Animal cruelty, Animal death, Body horror, Child abuse, Child death, Confinement, Deadnaming, Death, Gore, Homophobia, Mental illness, Miscarriage, Misogyny, Panic attacks/disorders, Pedophilia, Physical abuse, Rape, Self harm, Sexism, Sexual violence, Suicidal thoughts, Torture, Transphobia, Forced institutionalization, Blood, Vomit, Police brutality, Medical content, Grief, Religious bigotry, Medical trauma, Abortion, Death of parent, Murder, Pregnancy, Lesbophobia, Outing, Gaslighting, Abandonment, Sexual harassment, Dysphoria
Graphic: Ableism, Body horror, Death, Emotional abuse, Miscarriage, Misogyny, Panic attacks/disorders, Rape, Sexism, Sexual assault, Sexual violence, Suicidal thoughts, Torture, Transphobia, Violence, Forced institutionalization, Blood, Grief, Suicide attempt, Murder, Pregnancy, Sexual harassment, Dysphoria, Injury/Injury detail