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katrinaburch's review
adventurous
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
2.75
I'm so confused about this book. On one hand, the writing style is really good and the author's description of Yellowstone makes you feel like you're there (having been there myself, it brought back memories!). However, on the other hand, the main character, Margaret is absolutely despicable and I hated her through 98% of the book. She's vapid, dumb, and the main reason I don't read a lot of YA because the characters, especially young women are just written so poorly and one dimensional! This book could have definitely been a lot shorter, the mystery surrounding Margaret's mother solved earlier, and the romance picked up. But the writing style and descriptions are utterly fantastic.
Also whomever chose the cover art for this book was.. again confusing. The location is gorgeous but the dress is soooo not turn of the century!
Also whomever chose the cover art for this book was.. again confusing. The location is gorgeous but the dress is soooo not turn of the century!
Content Warnings
Moderate: Mental illness, Classism, Death of parent, Grief, Suicide, and Toxic relationship
Minor: Suicide attempt, Adult/minor relationship, Self harm, Animal death, Blood, Death, Injury/Injury detail, Medical trauma, and Toxic friendship
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