A review by ali1311
Deep End by Ali Hazelwood

dark emotional funny reflective fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

I fear I'm an Ali Hazelwood stan. I contemplated not giving this 5 stars, but the disappointment I felt after finishing it knowing I wouldn't get to spend more time with these characters and never read it for the first time again, made me feel like it was deserving of all those 5 stars. This could change, largely because as much as I loved Lukas as the protector in this, I wish we'd gotten to see more moments where he was struggling like Scarlett was. Just because I think the relationship would have been slightly more dynamic if she had to take care of him a little more onscreen. I loved this book because the characters were so well-crafted. I also love Ali's ability to change her writing/narration style across books for her characters. Scarlett was so specific, and I loved her and loved being in her head. I am sad this is over, but I am reassured by the fact that Madame Hazelwood will continue writing books and that I can always pick this up and reread it :)
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