stephisbooked 's review for:

My Name Was Eden by Eleanor Barker-White

4.5

dark emotional mysterious tense medium-paced

Plot or Character Driven: Character

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: Complicated

Diverse cast of characters: No

Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

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This was a fantastic debut. Part mystery, part drama this really captures the perils of parenting and what it means to be a good mother. I enjoyed the flashbacks into Lucy’s past which gave more insight into her character. I am still confused a bit about Charlie’s POV - I don’t know how necessary it was for the plot but it did provide an insight into the teenage mind. If you love a “be careful what you wish for” kind of plot then definitely check this one out!