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The Marsh King's Daughter
by Karen Dionne
adventurous
challenging
dark
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
I loved how this book was about the UP of Michigan! I really enjoyed the descriptions of the wilderness and it reminded me of the times I spent there. In general the plot was gripping, very disturbing but fast paced. My main issue with the book was that Helena was a bit hard to connect with, especially in her interactions with her mom and husband. I also think “narcissist” was not the best description for her father, who was really a psychopath. Overall was a captivating but chilling read.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Animal death, Death, Rape, Torture, Violence, Kidnapping