talialast 's review for:

The Hells of Notre Dame by R. L. Davennor

2.0

tense medium-paced

Plot or Character Driven: Character

Strong character development: Complicated

Loveable characters: No

Diverse cast of characters: Complicated

Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

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The concept had promise, but failed to deliver. The main couple, while finally representing queer love, are incredibly unhealthy for one another. Esmeralda is reduced once again to a sex symbol instead of elaborated on for her poise, strength, and culture seen in the original novel. Claude is stubborn and borderline abusive as a partner. The ensemble characters are more interesting and dynamic, and they are hardly utilized except to magically fix plot holes.