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A review by emmieanna
A Study in Drowning by Ava Reid
dark
emotional
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
I loved the aesthetic of this book and I really felt as though I were in the world there with them. It is folklore fantasy crossed with light academia and the romance elements were really tasteful, complementing the style and tone of the book. I would love to explore this world further with any future spin-offs or novellas. I do feel as though the Fairy King could have featured more as an antagonist.
Graphic: Emotional abuse, Mental illness, Misogyny, Panic attacks/disorders, Sexism, and Medical trauma
Moderate: Death, Racial slurs, Rape, Sexual assault, Sexual violence, Violence, Death of parent, Murder, and Sexual harassment