Scan barcode
A review by grizzlyrun
Daisy Darker by Alice Feeney
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
The writing was super clunky, and I almost gave up after the first chapter. It just didn't flow right, and when it was flowing it would be broken up by too much repetition or trying to be deep and philosophical, when it really didn't fit, at least not in the places it was.
Also, what's up with the food Nana makes? Literally doesn't sound appetizing at all. Seems like trying to be weird simply for the sake of being weird.
Beyond those complaints, it wasn't a horrible book. I stayed up way too late reading it 2 nights in a row. So it definitely kept my attention and was hard to put down.
I will add, I figured out the big twist by page 70. So kind of had to keep reading to make sure I was right and to see how it would unfold. And yes, I was right.
All in all, I'd say it's good for a quick read, might be a good vacation book.
Also, what's up with the food Nana makes? Literally doesn't sound appetizing at all. Seems like trying to be weird simply for the sake of being weird.
Beyond those complaints, it wasn't a horrible book. I stayed up way too late reading it 2 nights in a row. So it definitely kept my attention and was hard to put down.
I will add, I figured out the big twist by page 70. So kind of had to keep reading to make sure I was right and to see how it would unfold. And yes, I was right.
All in all, I'd say it's good for a quick read, might be a good vacation book.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Emotional abuse and Murder
Minor: Infidelity