A review by olijordan
The Taking of Jake Livingston by Ryan Douglass

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.0

I loved it. It was a quick read and it was so captivating regardless. The story was intriguing and meticulous. For a smaller book it did that very well and Jake was just adorable, his character was amazing. He had so much depth that I wasn’t expecting 

The only fault is the length, I wish it was a little longer as it seemed rushed in parts. But other than that loved it. 

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Death, Murder, Violence, Gun violence, Mass/school shootings, and Domestic abuse

Moderate: Suicide, Racial slurs, Sexual violence, and Mental illness

Minor: Pedophilia and Child abuse