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A review by wdallas126
Gallant by V.E. Schwab
dark
mysterious
reflective
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
AHS: Murderhouse + Crimson Peak + Hill House/Bly Manor
Not a bad book, but a bit overdone in some aspects. The writing feels like it's forcing the atmosphere and sometimes dragged for me because of that. I just don't think I'm a big fan of Schwab's writing style. The characterization of Olivia was just fine for me, but I liked the "found" family element as it developed. The plot wasn't investing for me and I didn't really feel any stakes. It was an easy enough read and there were moments I definitely liked, just not a complete win for me. Ultimately, I wanted it to lean MORE into the gothic horror elements.
Not a bad book, but a bit overdone in some aspects. The writing feels like it's forcing the atmosphere and sometimes dragged for me because of that. I just don't think I'm a big fan of Schwab's writing style. The characterization of Olivia was just fine for me, but I liked the "found" family element as it developed. The plot wasn't investing for me and I didn't really feel any stakes. It was an easy enough read and there were moments I definitely liked, just not a complete win for me. Ultimately, I wanted it to lean MORE into the gothic horror elements.