A review by thewildmageslibrary
Vespertine by Margaret Rogerson

dark tense

5.0

Oh, this book was a delight. IDK if it was intentional, but you could read this as a commentary on the Catholic Church and doctrine. I grew up Catholic and it didn't bother me, but I've also learned a lot more about the Church and its history since then so...? Anyway, Artemisia is so freaking relatable! Love an aroace protagonist, and the banter with the revenant was the cherry on top. The side characters are also great! 

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Death, Panic attacks/disorders, Body horror, and Murder

Moderate: Self harm, Confinement, and Violence

Minor: Death of parent, Child abuse, and Suicide