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A review by nausheenh
The Vile Thing We Created by Robert P. Ottone
4.0
This was very enjoyable. I love an evil child trope. I think the less you know going in, the better.
A lot of good commentary on parenting fears and, as a result, I didn’t initially care for the 2 main characters or their cheesy banter. Their reasons for having a child also seemed kind of selfish and unrealistic. However, I understand what the author was trying to convey in terms of their relationship. I think they redeemed themselves by the end, though, and there were definitely elements that kept me guessing throughout. Made for an overall unique and engaging story.
I do wish there had been more about the mythology and history of the supernatural elements and the characters involved in that aspect of the book. I enjoy a good background story and world building but I feel the story fell short in that regard. I also feel some of the aspects of the supernatural elements lacked resolution. I wanted to know more!!
Very good book overall. I hope maybe there will be a part 2! I think this story can definitely be fleshed out into another novel, hint hint.
A lot of good commentary on parenting fears and, as a result, I didn’t initially care for the 2 main characters or their cheesy banter. Their reasons for having a child also seemed kind of selfish and unrealistic. However, I understand what the author was trying to convey in terms of their relationship. I think they redeemed themselves by the end, though, and there were definitely elements that kept me guessing throughout. Made for an overall unique and engaging story.
I do wish there had been more about the mythology and history of the supernatural elements and the characters involved in that aspect of the book. I enjoy a good background story and world building but I feel the story fell short in that regard. I also feel some of the aspects of the supernatural elements lacked resolution. I wanted to know more!!
Very good book overall. I hope maybe there will be a part 2! I think this story can definitely be fleshed out into another novel, hint hint.