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theespressoedition's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
mysterious
tense
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
3.0
I'm really glad that I did a buddy-read for this book because it helped me sort out my thoughts a bit better. This series is written in such a unique way. I can't say that I dislike it, necessarily, but I also don't love it? I find myself getting really confused about what's actually happening because everything is overexplained and the writing is so flowery. However, I keep coming back for more because it's almost addictive. I'm dying to know what happens next.
At this point, I don't have an intense affection for Ronan like it seems everyone else does. I actually don't find him very likable at all? But then, I think at this point the only character I really love is Blue and she was barely in this book (which makes me look forward to Blue Lily, Lily Blue even more). Because of this, I had a hard time really connecting with him or even feeling bad for him throughout all of the truly depressing events that took place in this book. Naturally, the only time I was actually worried was when it came to Matthew because literally #protecthimatallcosts.
The dreams were so disturbing at times that I couldn't read before bed. I found myself getting truly spooked! I especially disliked the mask sequence and want to warn anyone who is easily scared that chapters 17 and 18 are pretty graphic and freaky.
There is so much left to dive into. I've said it before and I'll say it again, but I think that these books just have to be read as a full series in order to understand what's happening. While some series give you conclusions from book-to-book, this one leaves you on the edge of your seat throughout the whole ride.
I'm curious what on earth is happening to Adam, still wondering if Blue is gonna kill someone with her kiss, if Gansey is actually gonna be dead in a year, what the heck is going on with Maura, and where even is Glendower in all of this?!?!
At this point, I don't have an intense affection for Ronan like it seems everyone else does. I actually don't find him very likable at all? But then, I think at this point the only character I really love is Blue and she was barely in this book (which makes me look forward to Blue Lily, Lily Blue even more). Because of this, I had a hard time really connecting with him or even feeling bad for him throughout all of the truly depressing events that took place in this book. Naturally, the only time I was actually worried was when it came to Matthew because literally #protecthimatallcosts.
The dreams were so disturbing at times that I couldn't read before bed. I found myself getting truly spooked! I especially disliked the mask sequence and want to warn anyone who is easily scared that chapters 17 and 18 are pretty graphic and freaky.
There is so much left to dive into. I've said it before and I'll say it again, but I think that these books just have to be read as a full series in order to understand what's happening. While some series give you conclusions from book-to-book, this one leaves you on the edge of your seat throughout the whole ride.
I'm curious what on earth is happening to Adam, still wondering if Blue is gonna kill someone with her kiss, if Gansey is actually gonna be dead in a year, what the heck is going on with Maura, and where even is Glendower in all of this?!?!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Murder, Drug abuse, Drug use, Death of parent, Toxic friendship, and Self harm
seanamcphie's review against another edition
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
mysterious
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
Content Warnings
Graphic: Suicide, Death of parent, Cursing, and Death
Moderate: Addiction, Alcohol, Blood, Fire/Fire injury, Homophobia, Kidnapping, Murder, Sexual harassment, Suicidal thoughts, Toxic friendship, Car accident, Classism, Drug use, Alcoholism, Grief, Drug abuse, Gun violence, Mental illness, Physical abuse, and Violence
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