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A review by selinamaria
The Retribution of Mara Dyer by Michelle Hodkin
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
4.75 ⭐️
It has been said that there must be a villain for every hero, a demon for every angel, a monster for every god. Despite what we are, I do not believe this. I have seen the villainous act heroic, and men called heroes act villainous. The ability to heal does not make one good any more than the ability to kill makes one evil. Kill the right people, and you become a hero. Heal the wrong ones, and you become a villain. It is our choices that define us, not our abilities. The fundamental truth about humanity is that most people would rather look away.
I want you to know that I would have wished for a different life for you, and for my beloved daughter, who will never know about any of this if I can prevent it. Sometimes I wonder, if I had chosen a different name for myself, might I have grown into a different person? Might I have become someone else.
TW SH: I flirted with suicide more times than I can count. But I know now why I never did it. I was saving that day for you.
I’ve known many people over many lifetimes, and the ignorant ones seem more content.
It has been said that there must be a villain for every hero, a demon for every angel, a monster for every god. Despite what we are, I do not believe this. I have seen the villainous act heroic, and men called heroes act villainous. The ability to heal does not make one good any more than the ability to kill makes one evil. Kill the right people, and you become a hero. Heal the wrong ones, and you become a villain. It is our choices that define us, not our abilities. The fundamental truth about humanity is that most people would rather look away.
I want you to know that I would have wished for a different life for you, and for my beloved daughter, who will never know about any of this if I can prevent it. Sometimes I wonder, if I had chosen a different name for myself, might I have grown into a different person? Might I have become someone else.
TW SH: I flirted with suicide more times than I can count. But I know now why I never did it. I was saving that day for you.
I’ve known many people over many lifetimes, and the ignorant ones seem more content.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Suicidal thoughts, Suicide attempt, Self harm, Vomit, and Mental illness
Moderate: Racism