books4breezy 's review for:

Shallow River by H.D. Carlton

4.0

dark emotional inspiring sad tense fast-paced

Plot or Character Driven: A mix

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: Complicated

Diverse cast of characters: No

Flaws of characters a main focus: Complicated

---

I couldn’t give it 5 stars because of the amount of SA. It just didn’t feel right. I love the story regardless. The strength that River has from what she endured is astronomical. And Mako was steadfast in his care for her, his empathy, and his kindness. Beautifully dark story.

---

Content Warnings

Graphic: Adult/minor relationship, Bullying, Child abuse, Death, Domestic abuse, Drug use, Emotional abuse, Incest, Misogyny, Pedophilia, Physical abuse, Rape, Sexual assault, Sexual violence, Blood, Kidnapping, Gaslighting, Injury/Injury detail