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A review by emilycacho
My Dark Vanessa by Kate Elizabeth Russell
challenging
dark
emotional
reflective
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
This book was difficult to read. It was very well written and such a heart wrenching story about abuse and recovery. It’s hard to say I loved this novel but it is an extremely important and excellent read.
Graphic: Sexual violence, Suicidal thoughts, Suicide, Toxic relationship, Child abuse, Death, Mental illness, Rape, Adult/minor relationship, Alcohol, Alcoholism, Emotional abuse, Grief, Gaslighting, Sexual assault, Sexual harassment, and Pedophilia