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A review by writingbydani
The Thrashers by Julie Soto
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
This is not my usual genre, but I'm a Julie Soto devotee, so when I spotted it on NetGalley I couldn't resist. I am so glad I did. I didn't read this book so much as I consumed it. I kept saying, "just one more chapter" until suddenly there were no chapters left and I was staring bleary-eyed at the acknowledgement page. The writing pulls you in and won't let go.
I think what struck me most was how perfectly Soto captures that crushing feeling of being on the outside looking in. The painful "I'm the awkward one who isn't bringing anything to the table" sensation that hits so hard. Even twenty years removed from high school, the feeling is memorable. Jodi was just so achingly relatable.
The creepy elements are woven in so seamlessly that they felt like a natural extension of the story instead of shock-value additions.
And THAT ENDING. OH. MY. GOD. I won't spoil it for anyone, but damn.
I think what struck me most was how perfectly Soto captures that crushing feeling of being on the outside looking in. The painful "I'm the awkward one who isn't bringing anything to the table" sensation that hits so hard. Even twenty years removed from high school, the feeling is memorable. Jodi was just so achingly relatable.
The creepy elements are woven in so seamlessly that they felt like a natural extension of the story instead of shock-value additions.
And THAT ENDING. OH. MY. GOD. I won't spoil it for anyone, but damn.