A review by stories_of_the_soul27
If We Were Villains by M.L. Rio

dark emotional mysterious medium-paced

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

5.0

When I read this book back in 2021, I wasn’t aware of co-dependent friendship/relationship. Now that I do, I can appreciate this story more. I loved it then, I still love it now. I love the drama, tragedy, friendship, desire, despair, the sense of camaraderie & mutual understanding without any questions, conflict, confusion, jealousy, ego, rage, loose morality and sweet, naive Oliver. 

Art is amazing. Art makes one so passionate and head over heels in love with something to the point of losing one senses. Art is saviour for many. Art kills and art saves. 

M.L.Rio had recently on her Instagram Q&A said that if she had to write IWWV now, then she would make many changes and make it better. I believe her but it doesn’t take away the fact that any version of IWWV would be loved by me.