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A review by beccisays
In at the Deep End by Kate Davies
funny
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
This was okay, I didn’t love it but it was a welcome change in my usual reading habits. A bit of a filthy fluff read.
The relationship unfolding was ✨uncomfy✨ to witness, especially as someone who has found themselves sucked into controlling and abusive relationship dynamics in the past. The narrator absolutely knew what she was doing giving Sam that voice and accent. Male or female, it serves fuckboy energy and a very particular and immediate brand of PTSD to Londoners.
The main characters were horrifically middle class, desperate to live life on the edge and be recognised for their woke, wild ways. I don’t think I had a favourite character - maybe Owen or Dave? They seemed the most down to earth. I did still snort laugh a few times, the frankness of the casual drug culture in England was refreshing and relatable to read about. It’s comedic in a tragic way but that’s just the reality of it I suppose.
The relationship unfolding was ✨uncomfy✨ to witness, especially as someone who has found themselves sucked into controlling and abusive relationship dynamics in the past. The narrator absolutely knew what she was doing giving Sam that voice and accent. Male or female, it serves fuckboy energy and a very particular and immediate brand of PTSD to Londoners.
The main characters were horrifically middle class, desperate to live life on the edge and be recognised for their woke, wild ways. I don’t think I had a favourite character - maybe Owen or Dave? They seemed the most down to earth. I did still snort laugh a few times, the frankness of the casual drug culture in England was refreshing and relatable to read about. It’s comedic in a tragic way but that’s just the reality of it I suppose.