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A review by mikathereviewer
Red Queen by Christina Henry
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
3.0
Off... with... her... head
The second book of the adventures of Alice was definitely less brutal and gorey this time. A bit of a disappointment, but I wasn't triggered by sexual assault like last time so that's definitely a plus point. Though, I was a bit confused why Hatcher and Alice got separated in this story, but in the end (at least for me) it made sense why Perhaps it didn't bother me that, as I wasn't that much of a fan of their romance (but also not a hater!), it's just that I expected more horror stuff to have a greater spotlight. After all, it's a Christian Henry book and when I read one I expect horror! The first book definitely done it better and this one seemed more mid. Of course the story was still interesting and the plot twist was something I didn't expect, so I rate it three stars.
Started: 15. October 2024
Finished: 15. October 2024
Graphic: Death, Emotional abuse, Violence, Blood, Kidnapping, and Murder
Moderate: Child abuse, Child death, Mental illness, Fire/Fire injury, and Abandonment
Minor: Sexual assault, Forced institutionalization, and Grief