A review by ristretto
Thirst by Marina Yuszczuk

dark hopeful mysterious reflective sad tense medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.25

The writing in this is really atmospheric and beautiful. The story is told in two parts, first through  that of a vampire who journeys to Buenos Aires to escape those pursuing her and must learn to survive in a new land as it undergoes change and upheaval. I especially enjoyed the first half as “Maria” is a really intriguing character and the background of the changes happening around her and the atmosphere of an illness consuming the city is dark and moody. 

In the present day we meet Alma who is helpless to watch as her mother is consumed by illness and at the same time dealing with divorce and motherhood. As she comes into the possession of a mysterious key to a crypt two worlds of these women come together. Themes of grief, death, fear, the power of our choices, and what it means to be human are explored through their experiences.

This is a story for those who looking for the feeling of exploring a cemetery on an overcast day and who are looking for a haunting and poignant vampire read.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher. I received an advance review copy, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.