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A review by danielakalexandra
Sharp Objects by Gillian Flynn
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
I second what another review said that the writing truly makes the small town a character of its own.
I almost wanted more of the family dynamic to be the focus, even if it definitely is a big part of the story. I would have enjoyed more history of the family members, a deeper look at what made them who they had become. But on the other hand, the feeling of being a bit kept in the dark also helps with the weird and distant family dynamic pictured.
I almost wanted more of the family dynamic to be the focus, even if it definitely is a big part of the story. I would have enjoyed more history of the family members, a deeper look at what made them who they had become. But on the other hand, the feeling of being a bit kept in the dark also helps with the weird and distant family dynamic pictured.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Child abuse, Animal death, Mental illness, Medical trauma, Grief, Gaslighting, Body shaming, Sexual assault, Toxic friendship, Drug use, Child death, Vomit, Self harm, Murder, Emotional abuse, Domestic abuse, Death, Animal cruelty, and Alcohol