Reviews tagging 'Death of parent'

Sweet Lamb of Heaven by Lydia Millet

2 reviews

corrina_milito's review

dark mysterious sad slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

3.0

Very promising, engaging read that sadly crumbled in the home stretch. I was left with unanswered questions and not in a good way. I love Millet’s voice but this book paled in comparison to A Children’s Bible. I will continue to read her work with cautious optimism. 

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Content Warnings

Moderate: Gaslighting, Toxic relationship, Kidnapping, Emotional abuse, and Stalking

Minor: Death of parent, Cancer, Drug use, Infidelity, Dementia, Grief, Mental illness, Murder, and Suicide

sarahjsnider's review

dark mysterious slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? No
• Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

2.75

If Ned and his controllers could enter and influence people’s thoughts, why didn’t they just do that and not horse around with state senate races?

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Content Warnings

Moderate: Death of parent and Dementia