A review by jessmlamb
Juniper & Thorn by Ava Reid

dark emotional mysterious tense fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.5

This book was more grotesque and graphic than I was expecting—an adult retelling of a gruesome fairy tale. It was too much for me. Definitely check the content warnings. 

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Child abuse, Murder, Body horror, Bullying, Sexual assault, Confinement, Gore, Physical abuse, Violence, Domestic abuse, Eating disorder, Gaslighting, Cannibalism, Death of parent, Emotional abuse, and Sexual violence

Moderate: Pedophilia