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mjeanette_'s review
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.25
- there was a lot more emotion that i picked up on and i really liked that
- i think libby’s storyline was a little sidelined but there’s also a lot of characters so i kinda get it
Graphic: Death, Death of parent, Kidnapping, and Emotional abuse
Moderate: Kidnapping, Murder, Fire/Fire injury, and Stalking
Minor: Suicidal thoughts
siglerbooknook's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
It takes forever to get to an answer but the pacing is done so well that the book never feels slow.
Once again, Jennifer Lynn Barnes has earned a gold star for dialogue. Every quip had me smiling. Every heartfelt confession tugged at my heart.
I don't know how the characters of Hawthorne House can be so mysterious and so loveable at the same time, but every one of them is thoroughly enjoyable.
Even though the story felt like it would have to leave loose ends, Barnes managed to wrap every mystery in a satisfying bow.
The plot may not be complex and the characters may not be the deepest you'll ever read, but I completely enjoyed every page of The Hawthorne Legacy and can't wait to dive in to book 3.
Moderate: Death of parent, Fire/Fire injury, Addiction, Death, Kidnapping, Murder, Panic attacks/disorders, and Grief
Minor: Gun violence, Infertility, Miscarriage, Emotional abuse, Pregnancy, Stalking, Suicidal thoughts, Terminal illness, Bullying, Child abuse, Drug abuse, Drug use, and Homophobia
c_e_w's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.75
Graphic: Cursing, Drug abuse, Drug use, Emotional abuse, Grief, Injury/Injury detail, Panic attacks/disorders, Sexism, and Pregnancy
Moderate: Abandonment, Alcohol, Addiction, Miscarriage, and Pregnancy
alicia_g's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
Graphic: Addiction, Alcohol, Deadnaming, Death of parent, Death, Emotional abuse, Abandonment, and Drug use
matheo's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Graphic: Drug use, Fire/Fire injury, Gun violence, Medical content, Death of parent, Injury/Injury detail, Violence, Child death, Confinement, Miscarriage, Addiction, Murder, Physical abuse, Blood, Body horror, Dementia, Emotional abuse, Gaslighting, Gore, Stalking, Suicidal thoughts, Abandonment, Death, Drug abuse, Infertility, Kidnapping, and Grief
rebeccarudisill's review
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
Moderate: Fire/Fire injury, Violence, and Emotional abuse
helenferg's review
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Graphic: Fire/Fire injury, Death of parent, Emotional abuse, Murder, Grief, Death, and Gaslighting
Moderate: Dementia, Toxic relationship, Addiction, Confinement, Drug use, Drug abuse, Emotional abuse, Gaslighting, Grief, Gun violence, Kidnapping, Stalking, Suicidal thoughts, and Terminal illness
allisonwonderlandreads's review
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
In terms of Avery's life, the unnecessary love triangle marches on. I was pleased with the resolution at the very end of the book where an actual choice is made. I'm not sure I was cheering for anyone in particular before, but I like what Avery decided. My only concern is that the series isn't over, and sometimes love triangles have the last laugh when I think they're over, so. Just hoping the current choice is endgame, and we can focus on different drama in the next one. In non-romantic news, best friend Max shows up instead of just being a voice over the phone, which is a vast improvement for everyone. I desperately needed someone to say "smash the patriarchy" in front of all the rich people.
In terms of the mystery, there's some light (private) jet-setting, which adds to the makeover montage moments to remind us that there is ridiculous wealth on the line. Like an alarming amount. Like I think Max has her work cut out for her with the smashing part. I didn't find most of the reveals particularly shocking as the mystery unfolds, but I was entertained at all times. Also, the sheer number of twists and turns made for an intriguing path for the characters even if you suspect what's coming at the end. This book was pure escapism for me, and I loved it.
Moderate: Classism, Emotional abuse, Addiction, and Death of parent
Minor: Kidnapping, Miscarriage, Bullying, Drug abuse, Gun violence, Infidelity, Suicide attempt, Violence, and Suicidal thoughts
ourmoony's review
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
Graphic: Murder
Moderate: Mental illness, Kidnapping, Sexual assault, Death of parent, and Death
Minor: Emotional abuse, Fire/Fire injury, Stalking, Abandonment, Addiction, and Pregnancy
sydnaayy's review
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
Graphic: Violence, Murder, Grief, and Gun violence
Moderate: Death, Death of parent, Emotional abuse, and Kidnapping
Minor: Addiction, Alcoholism, Cancer, Infertility, Pregnancy, Mental illness, Abandonment, Child death, and Drug use