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challenging
dark
mysterious
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
I really adored the first third of this book: an interesting premise, complicated well written realistic characters with lots of secrets, alternating timelines, gorgeous lyrical prose, and a touch of magic. All big pros for me. But as the book went on, it really began to drag. It started feeling very repetitive and many of the characters began to annoy me. Also, I was so excited about the magic when it was introduced (the scene where the girls discover their abilities was hands down my favorite scene in the book - so well written!), but then it didn't go anywhere at all. There's a lot I liked about this book, but by the conclusion I didn't love it as much as I was hoping to.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Murder
Minor: Fatphobia, Homophobia, and Sexism
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