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zdoublea's review against another edition
dark
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
i liked the way the book portrayed the change over time in abusive relationships, especially from the main characters perspective - seeing her thoughts and outlook change/fluctuate rather than focusing on the "what happened" ex the exact dialogue. at the same time, i do wish we had seen a little more of the relationship, such as explaining why she even liked him in the first place?
i do also like what the author was doing, seeing it in snapshots, but i do think i might've liked it more if there was just more to each chapter, at least in the beginning? im not really sure, i liked parts of it but wished there was more sometimes.
i liked the way he was written, and i also like the way he was never named. there were a lot of interesting little details like that throughout the book that made it enjoyable even if it was a quick read.
i almost cried when the mom reacted w "my girl" to her suicide attempt. the book makes it easy to really sympathize with her, esp later in the book, even if you do think many of her decisions are dumb. i don't think i liked the ending at all, though - the addition of the pregnancy seemed really random (but also i think im also just a bit biased against pregnancy/children plot points, so i didn't like how the ending of this book hinges on it.
i don't know, i enjoyed reading it and i found a lot of the latter half really relatableeven if he also kinda disappeared from a lot of it after her attempt , and i liked a lot of the stylistic choices, but it left me a bit unsatisfied in other ways.
i do also like what the author was doing, seeing it in snapshots, but i do think i might've liked it more if there was just more to each chapter, at least in the beginning? im not really sure, i liked parts of it but wished there was more sometimes.
i liked the way he was written, and i also like the way he was never named. there were a lot of interesting little details like that throughout the book that made it enjoyable even if it was a quick read.
i don't know, i enjoyed reading it and i found a lot of the latter half really relatable
Content Warnings
Graphic: Domestic abuse, Self harm, Suicide, and Suicide attempt
Moderate: Sexual assault
poppy_hana's review against another edition
dark
emotional
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child abuse, Rape, Sexual assault, Sexual content, Suicidal thoughts, Suicide, and Suicide attempt
nerdynursereads's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
sad
tense
fast-paced
4.5
TW: self harm!
I really loved this book. It’s sad and poetic. At times Lilja’s story really resonated with me. Those feelings of trying so hard to make yourself into someone your partner wants. The gaslighting. The depression.
The writing really is exquisite. I can’t wait to read more from this author.
My only complaint is the ending felt too abrupt. I wanted a couple more sections to find out more about Lilja. Does she’s stay with her terrible not boyfriend??? Does she flee??? I need to know.
I really loved this book. It’s sad and poetic. At times Lilja’s story really resonated with me. Those feelings of trying so hard to make yourself into someone your partner wants. The gaslighting. The depression.
The writing really is exquisite. I can’t wait to read more from this author.
My only complaint is the ending felt too abrupt. I wanted a couple more sections to find out more about Lilja. Does she’s stay with her terrible not boyfriend??? Does she flee??? I need to know.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Self harm, Suicidal thoughts, Suicide, and Toxic relationship
Moderate: Bullying, Panic attacks/disorders, Sexual violence, and Blood
daniellajudge's review against another edition
emotional
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.5
super quick read. Portrays a relationship where one person is being emotionally manipulated. I wanted a more empowering end and more complex character traits.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Self harm and Suicide
Moderate: Blood
halllkk's review against another edition
dark
emotional
informative
reflective
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Emotional abuse, Self harm, Sexual content, Suicidal thoughts, Suicide, Toxic relationship, Suicide attempt, and Gaslighting
Minor: Pregnancy
cindye09's review against another edition
dark
emotional
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Rape, Self harm, Sexual violence, Suicidal thoughts, Suicide, Toxic relationship, and Suicide attempt