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A review by got_smut
Haunting Adeline by H.D. Carlton
dark
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.5
This book gets a lot of hype, it came very highly recommended. As an avid reader of spice and darkness, I scooped this up and dove in. I read it a year ago and it didn’t really resonate with me. I saw it gaining traction again and thought a reread was necessary… well, my original review stands. I didn’t really care for it. It has all the elements for a great read:
Stalker
Murder mystery
Fighting against human trafficking
Spice galore
Murder
Ghosts
I think it was Adeline who didn’t do it for me… she wasn’t a strong FMC in my opinion. I loved her haunted house, her job, her friend… but she was kind of flat. I know this isn’t a popular opinion, but it was not my favorite (or top 20). It’s not bad, give it a read. Though it wasn’t for me, I’d still recommend it to a friend who may enjoy it.
Stalker
Murder mystery
Fighting against human trafficking
Spice galore
Murder
Ghosts
I think it was Adeline who didn’t do it for me… she wasn’t a strong FMC in my opinion. I loved her haunted house, her job, her friend… but she was kind of flat. I know this isn’t a popular opinion, but it was not my favorite (or top 20). It’s not bad, give it a read. Though it wasn’t for me, I’d still recommend it to a friend who may enjoy it.
Graphic: Child abuse, Child death, Cursing, Death, Emotional abuse, Gun violence, Mental illness, Panic attacks/disorders, Pedophilia, Physical abuse, Sexual assault, Sexual content, Sexual violence, Torture, Toxic relationship, Violence, Blood, Trafficking, Kidnapping, Stalking, Murder, and Gaslighting