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becca_thegrimreader's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
funny
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
5.0
This book ripped my heart out. Heartfelt and painfully raw, we witness the pain, horror, and messiness of grief. I loved Ruth, the narrator, and I did cry my eyes out at how much she suffers through this book. Her anger, pain, frustration, sadness, and love bring her to life as you read. Her overt honesty is at times too much and are uncomfortable, but also lead to some very funny moments. Her unconditional love for her sister Hannah is almost painful to watch in the aftermath of the accident that happens. Their relationship is so well captured, I felt that anybody with siblings would find moments in this book they would relate to. Their bickering and conversations with each other helped to enrichen both characters, and their dynamic together is something special to read. As usual, I am not capable of doing a favourite book of mine justice in a review. This book was beautiful and unique, and I absolutely adored it.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Suicidal thoughts, Grief, and Sexual content
sib_reads's review
emotional
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Grief, Injury/Injury detail, Blood, and Death
Moderate: Infidelity, Panic attacks/disorders, Alcohol, Sexual content, Vomit, and Pregnancy
Minor: Eating disorder, Animal death, Infertility, Stalking, Suicidal thoughts, and Suicide
louise010's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Grief, and Suicidal thoughts
madelonpaige's review against another edition
dark
emotional
funny
sad
medium-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? Yes
3.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Gore, and Suicidal thoughts
isotobel's review against another edition
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
I both cried and laughed out loud at this book. I loved the main character and the way she observed the world. There is also a perfect balance of focusing on little everyday moments vs the big overwhelming thoughts and feelings that go with grief. The pacing was perfect, and somehow Jessie Cave managed to create a satisfying story arc with the perfect ending, without glossing over the fact that grief doesn’t have a satisfying end. Beautiful
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Grief, and Sexual content
Minor: Blood, Sexual assault, and Suicidal thoughts
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