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genevieveashby 's review for:
A Dowry of Blood
by S.T. Gibson
dark
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
This book scratched an itch for me after seeing the 2024 remake of Nosferatu (amazing). Beyond that, it was disappointing. There were glimpses of something great — there were points when the narrator expressed so vividly and relatablely the thoughts and feelings that come with being in love with a narcissist. It was a bit strange though, stretching out the process of realizing you’re in an abusive situation across centuries rather than years or decades.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Blood
Moderate: Domestic abuse, Emotional abuse, Gaslighting