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sumnermayla 's review for:
Sharp Objects
by Gillian Flynn
dark
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
This author writes about the abuse of women in a horrible way. I can’t tell if she(the author) believes the things she writes, or if she’s trying to write a commentary on internalized sexism that we’re supposed to disagree with? Throughout the book she sexualizes children, defends rapists, says men shouldn’t have soft feelings, and uses offensive words for trans people. Left a bad taste in my mouth. The mystery is intriguing but predictable.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Alcoholism, Body horror, Child abuse, Child death, Death, Drug use, Emotional abuse, Rape, Self harm, Sexual assault, Medical trauma, Alcohol