A review by nja820
Heart-Shaped Box by Joe Hill

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

3.0

An entertaining horror story, I just wish the protagonist wasn't so unlikeable. He gives me serious predator vibes, and no amount of personal growth shook that feeling. The romantic interest is nauseating because of this fact. 

That said, the supernatural elements and horror scenes were very well done. I would read another of Hill's books and hope for a better protagonist. 
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