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A review by thisguybooks
The Poison Tree by Erin Kelly
challenging
dark
mysterious
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Can you remember that one perfect summer?
I read this about five years ago and with the news of am upcoming sequel, wanted to revisit and refresh my memory on the characters and general happenings.
Overall my enjoyment of the novel increased this time around. I have a deeper appreciation for Erin Kelly's skill and her ability to tell a story. It is a slow burn that takes its time to develop in its own way.
It's frustrating and difficult for me to relate to the main character. I suppose we all have that person in our lives, the one intoxicating bad influence but in general I don't understand how Karen gets so tangled up with Biba. The hedonistic, bohemian lifestyle Biba lives is so foreign to me. That being said, I appreciate how Kelly is able to craft an unlikable foil with depth.
Looking forward to the upcoming House of Mirrors and seeing where these characters are up to.
Review: ⭐⭐⭐⭐
I read this about five years ago and with the news of am upcoming sequel, wanted to revisit and refresh my memory on the characters and general happenings.
Overall my enjoyment of the novel increased this time around. I have a deeper appreciation for Erin Kelly's skill and her ability to tell a story. It is a slow burn that takes its time to develop in its own way.
It's frustrating and difficult for me to relate to the main character. I suppose we all have that person in our lives, the one intoxicating bad influence but in general I don't understand how Karen gets so tangled up with Biba. The hedonistic, bohemian lifestyle Biba lives is so foreign to me. That being said, I appreciate how Kelly is able to craft an unlikable foil with depth.
Looking forward to the upcoming House of Mirrors and seeing where these characters are up to.
Review: ⭐⭐⭐⭐