A review by shreyabaldwa
We Do What We Do in the Dark by Michelle Hart

emotional reflective slow-paced

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

1.5

I was excited for Michelle Hart's book because of the gorgeous cover and the queer intimacy premise. While the writing worked at a few places for me, most of the time the book felt to be emotionally lacking. Mallory’s relationship(s) with her professor, her friend, her boyfriend, her mom's friend, her mom are written from her perspective with little to no information about the other end. While Mallory grows with each relationship, the story and narrative seemed one-sided, leading to an underwhelming and confusing romance.