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A review by acdt
Cleopatra and Frankenstein by Coco Mellors
challenging
dark
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
This book made me think manic pixie dream girl. But then I went down a rabbit hole on the phrase because deep down I had a feeling it was not appropriate to use anymore. The more you know! See here: I'm sorry for coining the phrase "Manic Pixie Dream Girl"
So my thought on this book? The core character doesn't really change from beginning to end. The only likeable characters are Santiago and Eleanor, and they are belittled and/or considered boring by other characters. Which makes sense, since the other characters live in a glam NYC bubble. An addictive read, but also frustrating.
So my thought on this book? The core character doesn't really change from beginning to end. The only likeable characters are Santiago and Eleanor, and they are belittled and/or considered boring by other characters. Which makes sense, since the other characters live in a glam NYC bubble. An addictive read, but also frustrating.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Drug use, Emotional abuse, Mental illness, Misogyny, Self harm, Blood, Grief, and Suicide attempt
Moderate: Animal death and Alcohol