changofett13 's review for:

The Spirit Bares Its Teeth by Andrew Joseph White

3.5

dark emotional hopeful mysterious sad tense fast-paced

Plot or Character Driven: Character

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: Yes

Diverse cast of characters: Yes

Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

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I enjoyed this read more than I expected to. Elements of the handmaids tail and crimson peak all through a queer lens. I particularly enjoyed that Sylus’s internal dialogue was articulated in surgical terms. It kept the slightly dark and uncomfortable body horror vibes consistent throughout the entire book.