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adventurous
challenging
dark
mysterious
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
I picked up this book at a gelato shop during a book give away week - it was on my patio table with a nice note and ribbon. I don't enjoy reading fiction a lot but gave this a try. I liked the beginning of it which was kind of a misdirect - I'm not familiar with Mina's writing. I thought it was going to be about a woman going through a separation. I wish all books came with trigger warnings at the front - this one really needs that. Among an unexpected series of near-death attacks, references to gang-assault, a campaign of criminal threat by a rich woman (hate the woman against woman themes), there are also references to suicide and a major eating disorder. It is a well-written story other than the sudden ending but I'm still looking for fiction that provides drama, development, redemption and character growth.
Graphic: Sexual assault, Animal cruelty, Rape, Abandonment, Eating disorder, Murder, Gaslighting, Violence, and Suicidal thoughts
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