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A review by dblue236
The Resort by Sara Ochs
adventurous
dark
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Trigger warnings: A scene and occasional discussion of sexual assault, brief discussion of child grooming, violence.
This book was wildly unrealistic, almost to the point of being laughable, but that didn't stop me from being entertained by it. I definitely had to suspend reality on multiple occasions, and to be honest, I could have done without the scene of sexual assault that felt a bit like an afterthought. The plot could have used some tightening up, but once I learned not to expect realism, I mostly enjoyed the book in the same way I might enjoy a corny slasher flick. You won't need a lot of brain cells for this one, but it was a fun ride nonetheless.
This book was wildly unrealistic, almost to the point of being laughable, but that didn't stop me from being entertained by it. I definitely had to suspend reality on multiple occasions, and to be honest, I could have done without the scene of sexual assault that felt a bit like an afterthought. The plot could have used some tightening up, but once I learned not to expect realism, I mostly enjoyed the book in the same way I might enjoy a corny slasher flick. You won't need a lot of brain cells for this one, but it was a fun ride nonetheless.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Rape and Sexual assault
Moderate: Death, Gun violence, Mental illness, Murder, Self harm, Suicidal thoughts, Suicide, Suicide attempt, Violence, Death of parent, Addiction, and Drug use
Minor: Panic attacks/disorders, Police brutality, Adult/minor relationship, Blood, and Kidnapping