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3.91 AVERAGE
3.91 AVERAGE
dark
emotional
reflective
sad
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
When Bonnie Lincoln wins the lottery all she wants to do it hide.
The victim of vicious attack, Bonnie loses herself nightly in the life of the characters of her favourite Tv Show - Three’s Company. With unlimited resources Bonnie creates a life for herself far away from prying eyes with only Janet, Chrissy and Jack to keep her company.
Bonnie was a very unlikeable character.
She was mean and hypocritical and selfish. For these reasons it was difficult for me to fully enjoy this book.
I found it a little confusing at times because clearly some things only happened in Bonnies head, but there was no explanation as to how much actually happened.
In the end it was an enjoyable read, but not one I would automatically think of to recommend.
The victim of vicious attack, Bonnie loses herself nightly in the life of the characters of her favourite Tv Show - Three’s Company. With unlimited resources Bonnie creates a life for herself far away from prying eyes with only Janet, Chrissy and Jack to keep her company.
Bonnie was a very unlikeable character.
She was mean and hypocritical and selfish. For these reasons it was difficult for me to fully enjoy this book.
I found it a little confusing at times because clearly some things only happened in Bonnies head, but there was no explanation as to how much actually happened.
In the end it was an enjoyable read, but not one I would automatically think of to recommend.
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Content Warnings
Graphic: Animal cruelty, Animal death, Death, Gun violence, Mental illness, Panic attacks/disorders, Rape, Sexual assault, Suicidal thoughts, Violence, Grief, Schizophrenia/Psychosis , Injury/Injury detail
dark
funny
sad
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
challenging
dark
emotional
reflective
sad
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
tense
fast-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
A tough read—heart-wrenching at times. A beautifully written commentary on escapism and coping mechanisms taken to extreme lengths. I could relate to many of Bonnie’s more realistic struggles. Sometimes, it’s easier to bury negative feelings and pretend they don’t exist than to face them head-on. Who wouldn’t want to forget about life’s struggles and escape into their favorite sitcom sometimes? The author does a fantastic job of getting us inside Bonnie’s head—and making us empathize with someone who’s objectively not a very good person. She’s a complex character, but I could understand how someone might end up this way.
The main character was infuriating, as are most people with mental illness who categorically refuse to get help. I felt utterly powerless reading this, like watching someone spiral into madness without being able to do anything. This isn’t a criticism as much as a matter of personal preference, but I’m not sure I was in the right mindset to end on such a bittersweet note.
The main character was infuriating, as are most people with mental illness who categorically refuse to get help. I felt utterly powerless reading this, like watching someone spiral into madness without being able to do anything. This isn’t a criticism as much as a matter of personal preference, but I’m not sure I was in the right mindset to end on such a bittersweet note.