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lalatut's review against another edition
4.0
I LOVED Setterfield's first book The Thirteenth Tale, but for whatever reason, it took me a long time to start this one. When I did finally start it, it was slow for me at first. But eventually, the story sucked me in and I was mesmerized. Setterfield is a superb writer and I love the way she weaves a bazillion threads together building unexpected connections, masterful mysteries, memorable characters, and plots that feel more like Daphne Du Maurier or Wilkie Collins than contemporary fiction. In the end, I really enjoyed the book.
tequilarainbows's review against another edition
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
vin_eeta_3's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.0
cfurniss22's review against another edition
3.0
Quite captivating for the most part. Enjoyed the concept of storytelling. A little tiring to follow at times but some clever twists and turns in the tale.
moonpotato34's review against another edition
adventurous
hopeful
inspiring
mysterious
reflective
relaxing
sad
medium-paced
- 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
4.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child abuse, Domestic abuse, and Racism
simplycelestial's review against another edition
emotional
mysterious
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.75
rgetch06's review
adventurous
challenging
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Domestic abuse, Suicidal thoughts, Kidnapping, and Murder
Minor: Sexual assault and Sexual content
syaower's review against another edition
4.0
Very beautifully written and I was invested in most of the plotlines. The ending was a little weak (especially with the huge mystery with the girl). There's also one character who has a very similar stance on something that I do and she basically suddenly changes her mind because of love instead of working with someone on it. It just bothered me because I feel like her opinion on the matter was reasonable and should've been considered more. Other than that I loved so many of the characters and trying to unravel the mystery of why everyone thinks the girl is theirs. Rita and Armstrong were definitely my favorites but a lot of the characters were enjoyable.
savannahldarr's review against another edition
4.0
This is a slower paced novel and that killed me at times. However, I have to say don't stop reading. Keep going. It's so good. The characters are interesting and complex. There is a thin line of realism and magical, and you don't know what is true. It's beautiful.