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bookish_kori's review
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
I will say there is often a lack of nuance in this story. But, I think we’re at the point with such themes where we *need* them to be discussed plainly and with conviction. This was an amazing book.
Graphic: Death, Emotional abuse, Gun violence, Mental illness, Panic attacks/disorders, Blood, Grief, Stalking, Murder, Gaslighting, and Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Cursing, Gore, Self harm, Sexism, Sexual content, Sexual violence, Suicidal thoughts, Suicide, Medical content, Mass/school shootings, and Sexual harassment
Minor: Alcoholism, Body shaming, Bullying, Drug use, Eating disorder, Fatphobia, Sexual assault, Excrement, Vomit, Abortion, Abandonment, and Alcohol
It’s a difficult read for sure, especially if you’ve experienced sexual violence, toxic relationships or stalking, or been affected by gun violence. I would highly recommend it but please read content warnings and make a decision based on what you personally can handle and what headspace you’re in going into this book.
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