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A review by boezaaah
Hush, Hush by Becca Fitzpatrick
2.0
I usually hate the term 'guilty pleasure'. But if I had to consider one thing my guilty pleasure, it would definitely be this series. Hush, Hush is always a fun and careless read of mine. The characters are easy to relate to (flaws and all), the plot is interesting enough to keep anyone reading and the writing is simple and quick. Although it no doubt has it's flaws, it's enjoyable.
I think it's extremely important to acknowledge that the relationship between Nora and Patch in this particular book, is very toxic. Their attraction to each other seems almost forced and instalove like. Patch is VERY possessive over her and I'm glad that many readers of this book have the ability to pick it up. I feel as though many younger readers may not be able to understand the problems with their relationship, which could ultimately cause them to believe that it's healthy.
Another thing that I feel as though was unnecessarily portrayed was the argument between Nora and Marcie. The names that they throw at each other were of course very hurtful (as intended) but I feel that they could also cause the reader to be uncomfortable or triggered even. I don't think Nora calling Marcie an 'anorexic pig' should have been put in a book that is aimed at a younger audience. Using an illness as an insult is wrong, no matter the circumstance.
One thing I love about this book is that I feel no emotional connection to the characters. They aren't exactly well developed or constructed. If anything, each one of them annoys me to a certain extent. But it's refreshing to read a series where you aren't too invested in the outcome of each character's story. No connection, no heartbreak.
Overall, this is in no way a literary masterpiece. But it's a book that takes almost no effort to get through and it has a cool plot. Not something I would recommend necessarily, but if you decide to get into this series, don't expect much and definitely don't go in looking for a huge detailed story.
I think it's extremely important to acknowledge that the relationship between Nora and Patch in this particular book, is very toxic. Their attraction to each other seems almost forced and instalove like. Patch is VERY possessive over her and I'm glad that many readers of this book have the ability to pick it up. I feel as though many younger readers may not be able to understand the problems with their relationship, which could ultimately cause them to believe that it's healthy.
One thing I love about this book is that I feel no emotional connection to the characters. They aren't exactly well developed or constructed. If anything, each one of them annoys me to a certain extent. But it's refreshing to read a series where you aren't too invested in the outcome of each character's story. No connection, no heartbreak.
Overall, this is in no way a literary masterpiece. But it's a book that takes almost no effort to get through and it has a cool plot. Not something I would recommend necessarily, but if you decide to get into this series, don't expect much and definitely don't go in looking for a huge detailed story.