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sheeprustler's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
informative
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Animal cruelty, Animal death, Body shaming, Child death, Death, Physical abuse, Sexual violence, Torture, Violence, Excrement, and Stalking
midnacine's review against another edition
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
I really loved this. There's a beautiful analogy of art used throughout the story and the characters are all so intriguing. I will definitely be reading this again in the future, but definitely check content warnings!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Ableism, Body shaming, Confinement, Misogyny, Sexism, Torture, Kidnapping, Stalking, and Abandonment
Moderate: Child abuse, Child death, Mental illness, Physical abuse, Sexual content, and Murder
bethsbooketlist's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
🌟🌟🌟🌟 - I listened to this one on audio and really enjoyed. A great HF read that captured the artistry and poverty of Victorian London. Some of the descriptions really had my skin crawling, especially surrounding the dark and dangerous character of Silas. His unnerving nature and obsessive compulsions really had Silence of the Lambs vibes for me! I enjoyed exploring the art world of this time, as well as what it means to be a woman and what was expected. Iris was a rebel following her passion of painting before expectation and I really admired that. The contrast between her and her sister Rose was interesting to follow. Great writing and great audio that held my attention throughout - a firm recommendation from me!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Torture and Stalking
Moderate: Death, Sexual violence, Kidnapping, Murder, and Sexual harassment