A review by spookyemily
Matrix by Lauren Groff

challenging emotional reflective slow-paced

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

2.75

I wanted to really like this but there was just something missing for me. While the writing was beautiful the story dragged in some places and sped up entirely too much in others. I was intrigued by Marie and her visions and wish the story leaned in to the mysticism angle more. I also was left wondering who the “spy” was and for it to be mentioned so many times yet left unanswered left me kind of annoyed (I have my guesses though). All in all it wasn’t terrible I just wish it was better. 

 

Edited to add: Tilde sucks. You don’t burn books.