A review by ittybittyninja12
Wilder Girls by Rory Power

dark emotional mysterious sad tense medium-paced

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

3.5

Really thought this book was a solid read. However it felt lacking somehow, I'm not sure what exactly though. I think I desired more from some of the characters. Especially with the tone of the book,but I just didn't get that vibe from some of the characters. I did find the Tox interesting but even that felt like it was missing something.

I almost wish Byatt had a villain arc at the end. I could sense she wanted the Tox a part of her or that's how she acted. I sort of wish that maybe she somehow adapted to it and became something else entirely at the end. I feel like it would be more in character for her. I know she's not completely bad but the way she described the Tox and how she felt about herself, it would have made sense. It would also be interesting to see how Hetty would have handled such a thing. I do hope there's another book because I definitely feel like it isn't over. The book never said that Reese tore out her worm and I'm curious to how Hettys dad will take everything and I want to see where Hetty and Resses relationship will go.

I think this was a good read and I look forward to more from this author.