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aleesquer's review against another edition
- 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
3.75
Anyone: so you would be honest to her about like. Basic things then?
Man: no ❤
Pros:
- the characters actually have to deal with being parents, rather than just having kids be in the background
- the relationship between Unnamed Man and Millicent is unexpected and really interesting
- less gore than I expected (this could also be a con, I guess, it depends on the reader)
Cons:
- miscommunication is way too common for it not to be annoying
I didn't actually like the ending? Yes, M is a bad person, obviously, but she clearly wanted the whole "2.5 kids picket fence" thing. Why would she mess that up on purpose? I get her throwing Unnamed Man under the bus to save her skin, but poisoning her kid? Unnamed Man cheating seems stupid when 1- it is almost certain she would find out, which he knows, and 2- he's head over heels in love with his wife (which is actually one of the things I enjoyed most about the book) - Not enough info on Holly, imo
All in all, an enjoyable read! The dynamic between the two main characters was really interesting, and I'm excited to see what Samantha Downing writes in the future.
Graphic: Child abuse, Death, Death of parent, Emotional abuse, Gaslighting, Infidelity, Kidnapping, Mental illness, Murder, Stalking, Suicide, Toxic relationship, and Violence
Moderate: Blood, Dementia, and Forced institutionalization
Minor: Alcohol
alexandriasreads's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
I do wish the resolution was a bit better, or maybe just longer, it seemed the set up took precedence. I did enjoy that last line, truly came full circle! Overall, pretty fun read!
Graphic: Blood, Body horror, Death, Emotional abuse, Gore, Infidelity, Murder, Physical abuse, Stalking, Toxic relationship, and Violence
Moderate: Alcohol and Suicide
Minor: Child abuse and Death of parent
hkropp's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Graphic: Toxic relationship, Violence, Death, and Infidelity
marthadude's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
Graphic: Kidnapping, Torture, Toxic relationship, Death, Murder, Stalking, and Violence
Moderate: Infidelity and Blood
Minor: Death of parent
sarz's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Graphic: Child abuse, Infidelity, Kidnapping, Murder, Physical abuse, Torture, Toxic relationship, Violence, and Gaslighting
Moderate: Blood, Car accident, Gore, Gun violence, and Vomit
riella_reads's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Moderate: Murder, Stalking, Toxic relationship, Violence, Mental illness, and Child abuse
kaylafallon's review against another edition
- 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
5.0
Graphic: Death and Murder
Moderate: Violence, Toxic relationship, and Torture
taylor_reese's review against another edition
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
Graphic: Violence, Toxic relationship, Death, and Body horror
Minor: Confinement, Torture, Panic attacks/disorders, and Infidelity