A review by devin_raquel
Gone to See the River Man by Kristopher Triana

challenging dark mysterious sad tense fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.25

Ok, so this book is a lot. It definitely not as violent or gore-filled as some of the other novels I read, but the emotional aspect to this books was tough for me to get around. 
I was really enjoying Lori’s character, and even empathizing with her and her over the top true crime obsession. But when the horrors she committed were finally revealed, I felt sick to my stomach with the thought of supporting her. Some of her sins are easy to spot, but others are just as shocking as they are dark. 
As for the overall story and plot, I loved it. I thought that Triana did an absolutely stunning job on this book. The amount of detail that he gets in, in such a short book is truly incredible. They way he describes the setting, making sure to include all five senses, makes the reader feel as if their traveling up the river too. 
If you like horror novels, you’ll like this book. If you like psychological thrillers or true crime, you’ll like this book. Make sure you check the trigger warnings before reading though!!
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