A review by readersmultiverse
Cleopatra and Frankenstein by Coco Mellors

dark emotional funny reflective sad slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? No
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

2.5

• Brilliant writing, very creative and immersive. 
• Important topics were explored well. 
• Plot was almost non-existent. It was just New York, alcohol, drugs, infidelity and vibes. 
• More of a character case study kind of book. 

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Self harm

Moderate: Alcoholism, Abandonment, Addiction, Alcohol, Animal death, Drug use, Toxic relationship, Mental illness, Toxic friendship, Infidelity, and Gaslighting