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3.68 AVERAGE
3.68 AVERAGE
dark
emotional
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Content Warnings
Graphic: Gore, Violence
Minor: Transphobia
challenging
dark
emotional
sad
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
I don’t care what the other reviews say - this is art.
This story is so enthralling and relatable that I found myself processing my own struggles during the read. It’s so complex and heartbreaking, but it is raw and beautiful. It dives deeply into the human experience, and even before the main character ever touched on sexuality, reading about Angie feeling so apart from her own identity (Angela,) was a whole other plane of humanity. There were parts I wish were touched deeper on,such as Angie’s use of uppers. While Leitz did a wonderful job in fleshing out the experiences of self harm, suicidal thoughts, habits, and tendencies, as well as anorexia, I would have loved to have learned more about Angie’s struggles with cocaine and other substances. It was only briefly mentioned, but as an addict myself, I found my interest piqued but never sated in that area.
Some reviews touch on Leitz’s decision to go back and forth between Angie’s past and present, and all I can say is that I believe the outline of this book was well-executed. To learn about the main character as the plot drove on is far more acceptable than throwing her whole backstory out there in the first chapter only to have the references and meaning lost to the actions further in. Everything was relevant, everything was methodically thought out, and it was well-paced.
To also counter the argument that this book wasn’t strong within the ‘horror’ category, I think that statement is stupid. I don’t remember anywhere saying that the primary purpose of this book was meant to be the most gorrific book ever, but the emotional intelligence in this book is astonishing. It is, in fact, emotionally horrific. I believe that the word ‘horror’ on the cover was meant to be deciphered, poetic, and clever.
In all the books I’ve ever read, this one sits within my top 3. I don’t give 5 stars easily. I need a book to offer me a message, a feeling, a purpose, and soul for me to rate 5 stars, and this book did it.
Leitz, this story has reached at least one person who needed to read it.
Girl Flesh is a modern masterpiece.
This story is so enthralling and relatable that I found myself processing my own struggles during the read. It’s so complex and heartbreaking, but it is raw and beautiful. It dives deeply into the human experience, and even before the main character ever touched on sexuality, reading about Angie feeling so apart from her own identity (Angela,) was a whole other plane of humanity. There were parts I wish were touched deeper on,
Some reviews touch on Leitz’s decision to go back and forth between Angie’s past and present, and all I can say is that I believe the outline of this book was well-executed. To learn about the main character as the plot drove on is far more acceptable than throwing her whole backstory out there in the first chapter only to have the references and meaning lost to the actions further in. Everything was relevant, everything was methodically thought out, and it was well-paced.
To also counter the argument that this book wasn’t strong within the ‘horror’ category, I think that statement is stupid. I don’t remember anywhere saying that the primary purpose of this book was meant to be the most gorrific book ever, but the emotional intelligence in this book is astonishing. It is, in fact, emotionally horrific. I believe that the word ‘horror’ on the cover was meant to be deciphered, poetic, and clever.
In all the books I’ve ever read, this one sits within my top 3. I don’t give 5 stars easily. I need a book to offer me a message, a feeling, a purpose, and soul for me to rate 5 stars, and this book did it.
Leitz, this story has reached at least one person who needed to read it.
Girl Flesh is a modern masterpiece.
dark
emotional
reflective
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
I’m still new to the horror scene, but wow this book. You know what’s funny? There is actually a lot more I wanted from this book. It would have been amazing to have Caroline’s POV or maybe more dialogue between Angie and Wes(just to add some depth), buuuuuut I will say this book dives deep into pain, abandonment, what it’s like being a woman(all that comes with it).
The gore was minimal for anyone who wants to read this, but is nervous.
The love that sprouts between our two lovely ladies is a bit juvenile, messy, trauma bonding to an extreme, but I loved it.
Women-we are amazing creatures. Don’t forget it.
The gore was minimal for anyone who wants to read this, but is nervous.
The love that sprouts between our two lovely ladies is a bit juvenile, messy, trauma bonding to an extreme, but I loved it.
Women-we are amazing creatures. Don’t forget it.
dark
adventurous
dark
tense
dark
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
sad
tense
fast-paced
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
I really enjoyed how this book delved into the mind of its protagonist. I liked the horror elements a lot, but I think this book was really just a messed up queer love story. I think this book had a lot of heart and its description of love felt very real and lovely. The writing style became repetitive at times and I had to suspend my disbelief a lot! I did enjoy the book a lot, though, which definitely helped me see through its shortcomings. I want to read fluids by the same author now!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Gore, Self harm, Kidnapping, Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Animal death, Child abuse, Eating disorder, Misogyny, Suicidal thoughts, Torture, Transphobia, Murder
Minor: Alcoholism, Drug use, Sexual violence
dark
emotional
reflective
tense
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:
Yes
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
sad
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes