A review by thelovelylibrarylady
Side Effects May Vary by Julie Murphy

dark emotional sad tense medium-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

Side Effects May Vary is my favorite book Murphy has written so far. With that being said, this title will not be for everyone. Alice, the main character, is extremely unlikeable, but in a way that makes sense. She has gone through something truly agonizing, and while that does not excuse her behavior, it starts to explain it. If you don't like moody, unlikeable characters, this may not be the book for you. In fact, if I had to describe this book in three words they would be intense, traumatic, and emotional. So if you are ready to commit to having your heart ripped out and going through a fair share of tissues, this would make an excellent read.
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