Scan barcode
A review by grunbean
Cleopatra and Frankenstein by Coco Mellors
challenging
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
A good read, I enjoyed this. I can’t say I always felt the parts made sense, and the phrasing is awkward in places. But that is part of a debut novel!
If you like sad romances, this will be a book you enjoy. The characters are interesting, and keep you invested in the story and where it’s going.
If you like sad romances, this will be a book you enjoy. The characters are interesting, and keep you invested in the story and where it’s going.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Self harm, Sexual content, Suicide, Toxic relationship, Grief, Injury/Injury detail, Alcoholism, Animal death, Mental illness, Suicide attempt, Suicidal thoughts, Drug abuse, Emotional abuse, Forced institutionalization, Homophobia, Infidelity, Terminal illness, and Toxic friendship