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The Husbands by Holly Gramazio
2.5
emotional funny reflective slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven: Character
Strong character development: Complicated
Loveable characters: Complicated
Diverse cast of characters: Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus: Complicated

<b>Representation:</b> Bisexual Chinese supporting character, Lesbian side characters, Sapphic side relationship

Mature Themes:

• Sex (not explicit)
• Swearing
• Alcohol consumption


Possible Triggers: Yes

• Spiking one of the husband's drinks to get them back into the attack
• Medical trauma
• Projectile violence 


Ending:
HFN. The protagonist picks a husband and destroys the attic so she's not tempted to live on a never-ending loop of 'the grass is greener.'