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haylzno's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
reflective
tense
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? Yes
4.0
This was EERIE AF. Hurst does a damn good job of giving you the absolute chills when describing these disturbing ass scenes. There were a few times I had to look around to make sure the ghost of Kari's mother wasn't waiting in a corner for me somewhere.
I will say the beginning felt choppy for me. It felt like we were bouncing from thing to thing and it was giving me whiplash, however that subsided after the first 20% when the plot really started to get going. All of the Stephen King tid bits were interesting but sometimes it took me out of the story. I also absolutely could not stand Debbie and her bitch ass husband but overall I get why all of that was important for Debbie's character development (didn't stop me from wanting to punch the guy in the face, ya know?) Other than that this was a fantastic story about grief, indigenous culture and heritage, and getting back on your feet after you've been stumbling for so long.
ADDITIONAL CW INFO IN SPOILERS
The alcohol and drug abuse take place very much in page and in great detail in some parts so be aware when going into this book. The assault/SA is NOT on page and is only referenced to.
I will say the beginning felt choppy for me. It felt like we were bouncing from thing to thing and it was giving me whiplash, however that subsided after the first 20% when the plot really started to get going. All of the Stephen King tid bits were interesting but sometimes it took me out of the story. I also absolutely could not stand Debbie and her bitch ass husband but overall I get why all of that was important for Debbie's character development (didn't stop me from wanting to punch the guy in the face, ya know?) Other than that this was a fantastic story about grief, indigenous culture and heritage, and getting back on your feet after you've been stumbling for so long.
ADDITIONAL CW INFO IN SPOILERS
Content Warnings
Graphic: Drug abuse, Alcoholism, Death, and Death of parent
Moderate: Physical abuse and Sexual assault
bahyreads's review against another edition
dark
emotional
hopeful
reflective
fast-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? Yes
4.5
White Horse by Erika Wurth follows the main character Kari on a journey of grief and generational trauma. Kari is 35 and surviving rather than living because of her unresolved trauma from the disappearance of her mother and the death of her childhood best friend. After her cousin gives her a bracelet that connects her to her mother, Kari begins to unravel what happened to her mother and finally process her emotions and trauma.
The narrator, Tonantzin Carmelo, brought life to the story. While listening to the audiobook the characters felt distinct. The writing and narration went well together.
Thank you to Macmillan Audio and NetGalley for providing a copy of the audiobook in exchange for an honest review.
The narrator, Tonantzin Carmelo, brought life to the story. While listening to the audiobook the characters felt distinct. The writing and narration went well together.
Thank you to Macmillan Audio and NetGalley for providing a copy of the audiobook in exchange for an honest review.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Violence, Drug abuse, and Blood
Moderate: Incest, Sexual assault, and Cultural appropriation
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