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jrdnmanon 's review for:
My Dark Vanessa
by Kate Elizabeth Russell
challenging
dark
informative
sad
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
This is a very disturbing book but yet so intriguing. Made me uncomfortable quite a few times but I found it really insightful to be in Vanessa’s mind. Not the typical narrator, nor a typical story. Really important message to share with the world but so many trigger warnings. Definitely not an easy and light read but highly recommend.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Adult/minor relationship, Child abuse, Emotional abuse, Pedophilia, Physical abuse, Rape, Sexual assault, Sexual content, Toxic relationship, Gaslighting
Moderate: Addiction, Drug use, Suicide, Death of parent, Alcohol