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The sequel brings in more points of view and a faster start into the mayhem, and switches Jade’s place from the first book. She is different when she comes back, more hesitant and wanting to distance herself from slashers. She does not have much time to attempt to move on, since she is quickly forced to become involved in the mayhem. Her relationships are emphasized, as are the changes that the supporting characters have gone through in her absence. Their studying of horror would make Jade less isolated, if she accepted that it was not all behind her just yet. While there is more action throughout the book (as opposed to concentrating towards the end), my favorite aspects were still Jade herself and her connections to others.

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adventurous challenging dark emotional funny informative mysterious reflective sad tense medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

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dark emotional mysterious fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.75

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2.0

This sequel was a letdown, especially considering how much I loved My Heart is a Chainsaw. Most of the novel read more as fan fiction, with rambling chapters panning in and out of about a dozen POVs throughout. I struggled to finish it, and frankly wouldn’t have if not for my aforementioned love of the first book. Though I’m glad I did finish it due to the belated plot payoff (last 3rdish) and the nostalgic glimpses of classic Chainsaw aspects I loved, I can’t say I found the ending particularly redemptive either.

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