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Ripe by Sarah Rose Etter

3 reviews

ourladyofcats's review against another edition

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dark emotional reflective sad tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.75


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dustghosts's review against another edition

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dark emotional mysterious reflective sad fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.75


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sineadherself's review against another edition

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dark emotional informative reflective sad tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.5

This is a gorgeous, uncomfortable, haunting book. The language is immediate and visceral, working to maintain a tension throughout the story that never seems to let up. This is felt all the more as the challenges that Cassie faces will be similar to the ones this novel's readers are facing - how to live in an increasingly corrupt world. Rather than being depressing this book acts as a balm almost, a confirmation and vindication of what you already knew; yes, the world is as bad as you say it is, and no, you are not crazy.

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