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A review by akcurtis
The Girls in the Garden by Lisa Jewell
dark
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
I read Lisa Jewell knowing what I'm getting myself into, but somehow the "ick" factor of this book bothered me more than what I had previously read. As a mom of young girls, this book was hard to stomach at times. If you're looking for a satisfying resolution, this isn't the book for you.
Graphic: Sexual assault
Moderate: Pedophilia
Minor: Domestic abuse