A review by ratrug
My Dark Vanessa by Kate Elizabeth Russell

challenging dark emotional tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.5

It was very very good but also very very hard to read. 
It definitely captured a lot of the feeling that the event permeates your whole life afterwards. 
I sort of wish it further explored Taylor and Vanessa - maybe lingered a little longer on the conversation about how different experiences may or may not be ‘worse’ than each other. 
Never felt more of a woman 

Overall a very good book. I can see myself rereading it but definitely not for a long time. Don’t underestimate how hard it is to read. 
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