A review by talknerdybookblog
Defending Chloe by Susan Stoker

dark emotional mysterious tense fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.0

No strong representation of diverse characters or minority identities.

Rating: 3-stars

Safety Rating: Safe

• No cheating
• No OW/OM drama
• Does have the Hero pushing the Heroine away
• No separation


Possible Triggers: Yes

• Human trafficking (including forced sex work)
• Psychological and physical abuse
• Death of Heroine's parents (off-page)
• Abduction
• Inferred torture and murder of Heroine's brother 
• Suicide (side character; non-descriptive) 


Ending:
HFN