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A review by hollyrebecca
In the Dream House by Carmen Maria Machado
challenging
dark
emotional
sad
tense
medium-paced
4.25
A harrowing insight into the abusive relationship between Carmen and her ex, using the gothic dream house as a metaphor to convey the tale.
Carmen uses an interesting array of techniques to tell her story with some chapters being truly surreal. It was painful to hear how Carmen made excuses for her abusive partner, and to learn how the US legal system fails those who summon the strength to speak out about the abuse.
Carmen uses an interesting array of techniques to tell her story with some chapters being truly surreal. It was painful to hear how Carmen made excuses for her abusive partner, and to learn how the US legal system fails those who summon the strength to speak out about the abuse.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Domestic abuse, Emotional abuse, Sexual content, and Toxic relationship
Moderate: Body shaming, Bullying, Chronic illness, Drug use, and Alcohol