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A review by rsilverst
My Dark Vanessa by Kate Elizabeth Russell
challenging
dark
emotional
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
This book was extremely intense and difficult to read at times, but it captures the complexity of the subject matter in a very real and honest way. It's hard to believe it's not autobiographical, though the author insists it is not.
Graphic: Suicide, Sexual harassment, Rape, Sexual assault, Adult/minor relationship, Gaslighting, Child abuse, Sexual content, Vomit, and Emotional abuse