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A review by edamamebean
We Could Be Rats by Emily Austin
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
mysterious
reflective
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Emily Austin just never misses. This is such a good one, but has some darker themes from her other books. I recommend reading the trigger warnings. Also maybe skip this one if you’re not a fan of the unreliable narrator trope.
Graphic: Addiction, Domestic abuse, Drug use, Mental illness, Physical abuse, Rape, Sexual assault, Suicidal thoughts, Terminal illness, Toxic relationship, Vomit, Grief, Suicide attempt, and Lesbophobia