A review by lalazee
The Salt Grows Heavy by Cassandra Khaw

challenging dark mysterious sad tense fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

3.5

Stunningly written, pure gothic art. I reached the upper limit of my body horror preferences, though, which is why I didn’t give a four star. Other people won’t mind at all. The story was devastatingly fascinating, the characters darkly creative, and all around I am WOWed by the effectiveness of such a short novella. 
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