A review by jamie_reads_stuff
My Dark Vanessa by Kate Elizabeth Russell

dark emotional sad medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.5

So beautifully written but also very heavy. Not everyone should read this, but if you have capacity to, I do recommend. Check the content warnings

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Adult/minor relationship, Death, Mental illness, Pedophilia, Rape, Sexual assault, Sexual content, Suicide, Toxic relationship, Vomit, Grief

Moderate: Alcoholism, Drug use, Suicidal thoughts, Medical content, Stalking, Death of parent