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A review by bookishlysophie
Penance by Eliza Clark
challenging
dark
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
This feels like a book within a book within a book. The characters are so deeply fleshed out and I enjoyed the multimedia approach to the storytelling. I anticipated a plot twist early on but the actual twist was so much more intelligent and meaningful. I’d highly recommend.
Graphic: Alcoholism and Toxic relationship
Moderate: Violence and Homophobia
Minor: Sexual assault and Murder