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A review by meg_thebrave
My Darling Dreadful Thing by Johanna van Veen
dark
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
What a fantastic sapphic Gothic horror. My Darling Dreadful Thing is overflowing with desire, had me gasping out loud at the horror and sinking into the rich narration. I loved this book.
Graphic: Gore
Moderate: Child abuse, Chronic illness, Domestic abuse, Drug abuse, Racism, Sexual assault, Terminal illness