A review by rachelsread
The Four by Ellie Keel

dark sad tense fast-paced

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

3.0

This was a relatively short read centred around the dangers and politics at an upper-class boarding school. Although there wasn't a "plot" as such, in the sense that there was no grand adventure and the characters themselves didn't change much throughout the story, it was still an interesting read that had many realistic, gritty moments that left me horrified and/or upset. The twist at the ending had me feeling morose for days afterwards, and the epilogue was bittersweet yet satisfying. If you enjoy darker novels that reveal the unspoken-about side of upper-class teenagers, then this is the book for you!