A review by telepathicnarwhal
Sharp Objects by Gillian Flynn

challenging dark emotional mysterious sad tense fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? No
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

2.75

An odd amount of sexualisation that wasn't really necessary for the story.

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Self harm, Violence, Drug use, Child abuse, Bullying, Adult/minor relationship, Injury/Injury detail, Classism, Sexual harassment, Sexual assault, Torture, Rape, Grief, Gaslighting, Mental illness, Child death, Vomit, Sexual content, Death, Panic attacks/disorders, Incest, Alcoholism, Kidnapping, Emotional abuse, Eating disorder, Cursing, Physical abuse, Animal cruelty, Addiction, Medical trauma, Suicide attempt, Suicidal thoughts, Sexual violence, Murder, Drug abuse, Body shaming, Toxic relationship, and Medical content