A review by jessietn
Once There Were Wolves by Charlotte McConaghy

challenging dark emotional sad 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

3.0

I was thoroughly enjoying this until about two-thirds in. I felt the mystery was quite obvious from the start, which was fine, but it soon felt that it should also be obvious to the main character. I found it intensely frustrating when she wasn’t able to figure it out, even when it was nearly spelled out for her (
and despite how well she claims to know her twin sister
), and this resulted in some devastating consequences. I also found the final few chapters to resemble a little too closely the end of a Hollywood thriller.

However, I loved the themes, the pacing and the scope of the story, and it was beautifully written. I’m very much looking forward to whatever Charlotte McConaghy comes out with next.
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