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A review by erinp423
Under the Whispering Door by TJ Klune
dark
emotional
funny
reflective
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
The premise of this book is really interesting, and the tone that TJ Klune brings helps add levity to a story essentially exploring death and afterlife. His tone is funny and the Black and LGBTQ representation feels organic and natural to the story and characters, not an afterthought or addition to check a box.
While I loved all the characters, especially Apollo, I did feel the story was missing the depth that this subject requires and the story was a bit uneventful. I walked away understanding Wallace’s story and development, but not feeling moved. Another one I wanted to love, but felt a bit meh.
While I loved all the characters, especially Apollo, I did feel the story was missing the depth that this subject requires and the story was a bit uneventful. I walked away understanding Wallace’s story and development, but not feeling moved. Another one I wanted to love, but felt a bit meh.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Animal death, Bullying, Addiction, Cancer, Child death, Panic attacks/disorders, Suicide, Sexual content, Death, Grief, Murder, and Terminal illness