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A review by aeola
The Last of the Moon Girls by Barbara Davis
Did not finish book. Stopped at 26%.
The story felt too simple and banal for my taste. Instead of the detective and magic elements that initially intrigued me, the book turned out to be a standard female melodrama.
Apart from that, the book contained too many triggers for me. The author's personal experience with the tragedy of losing relatives was evident throughout the story. It seemed like on every third page, the main character encountered someone mourning a dead relative. While this may be a realistic portrayal of grief, it became overwhelming and emotionally draining for me as a reader.
Apart from that, the book contained too many triggers for me. The author's personal experience with the tragedy of losing relatives was evident throughout the story. It seemed like on every third page, the main character encountered someone mourning a dead relative. While this may be a realistic portrayal of grief, it became overwhelming and emotionally draining for me as a reader.
Additionally, the excessive focus on the characters' grief overshadowed the development of other plot elements. I was hoping for a more balanced narrative that explored the detective and magic aspects, but they took a backseat to the constant reminders of loss. This imbalance made the story feel repetitive and lacking in depth.
Overall, while this book may resonate with readers who appreciate emotional depth and exploration of grief, it didn't align with my personal preferences. I decided to discontinue reading it after 104 pages or 26% due to the story's simplicity, banality, and the overwhelming presence of triggers related to the characters' mourning.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Grief and Death