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A review by jgverrero
The Reformatory by Tananarive Due
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
mysterious
sad
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
"They treat you like you aren't from the same God as them, like they are the devil."
I prioritized this after the author, Monika Kim, said she really enjoyed it. To horror fans, this is a not-so-scary read. It's more tenseful. It is a beautifully haunting and immersive read. It's entirely worth the investment of time it'll take to read. I think my only critique is the pacing. There are some parts that entirely engage you and other slower parts that could have potentially been trimmed. I love this one, I'll be recommending it often.
I prioritized this after the author, Monika Kim, said she really enjoyed it. To horror fans, this is a not-so-scary read. It's more tenseful. It is a beautifully haunting and immersive read. It's entirely worth the investment of time it'll take to read. I think my only critique is the pacing. There are some parts that entirely engage you and other slower parts that could have potentially been trimmed. I love this one, I'll be recommending it often.