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thebrownbibliomane 's review for:
This Vicious Hunger
by Francesca May
dark
slow-paced
I really wanted to enjoy This Vicious Hunger. The gothic vibes, the morally gray characters, and the promise of dark academia with sapphic tension were all right up my alley. Unfortunately, it didn’t meet my expectations.
Despise the lush prose, the pacing felt sluggish, I often felt confused instead of intrigued. The worldbuilding lacked clarity, which made it hard for me to feel connected to the setting or the characters. While the central mystery seemed interesting, the slow reveal of answers and lack of excitement made it hard to stay engaged. I was waiting for a captivating moment, but it never happened.
I also struggled to connect with the main character; her motivations were unclear. Even though the story tried to be complex, it often felt unfocused.
That said, I think this book will appeal to readers who enjoy a slow burn and are okay with some ambiguity in the story. However, it just wasn’t the right fit for me.
Thank you to NetGalley and Orbit Books for the advanced copy in exchange for an honest review.
Despise the lush prose, the pacing felt sluggish, I often felt confused instead of intrigued. The worldbuilding lacked clarity, which made it hard for me to feel connected to the setting or the characters. While the central mystery seemed interesting, the slow reveal of answers and lack of excitement made it hard to stay engaged. I was waiting for a captivating moment, but it never happened.
I also struggled to connect with the main character; her motivations were unclear. Even though the story tried to be complex, it often felt unfocused.
That said, I think this book will appeal to readers who enjoy a slow burn and are okay with some ambiguity in the story. However, it just wasn’t the right fit for me.
Thank you to NetGalley and Orbit Books for the advanced copy in exchange for an honest review.