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A review by shanicemwenda
Girl in Pieces by Kathleen Glasgow
dark
emotional
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
Charlie's story is devastating, she's gone through so much in her childhood that it's severely impaired her development. Her choices were aggravating sometimes, but I wouldn't blame her.
The beginning of the book was very Girl, Interrupted-esque. The rest of the book was good with a couple of semi-lovable characters. It also has a bunch of clichés, but they're not too bad. The only thing I had a major issue with is Charlie (a minor) dating Riley (a FULL GROWN MAN), especially when they shared intimate moments. . It was quite upsetting, so I'd just skim through those parts.
Overall, I'd say it's a decent book with a decent ending. It dealt with very heavy, realistic issues without romanticizing them in any way.
The beginning of the book was very Girl, Interrupted-esque. The rest of the book was good with a couple of semi-lovable characters. It also has a bunch of clichés, but they're not too bad. The only thing I had a major issue with is
Overall, I'd say it's a decent book with a decent ending. It dealt with very heavy, realistic issues without romanticizing them in any way.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Self harm
Moderate: Death of parent, Adult/minor relationship, Physical abuse, Drug use, Suicide, and Sexual harassment