A review by xangemtheelibrarian
Nothing But Blackened Teeth by Cassandra Khaw

dark fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.5

Cassandra Khaw is not for the squeamish, that's for sure. This is the second book I've read by her. While I like The Salt Grows Heavy more because of its fantasy elements, I find I like how both books deal with this darker theme of love. Both feature protagonists that are dead set on keeping the person they love. I like how Khaw weaves tension into the very pages of her books: a slow descent into madness, so slowly weaving around you that you barely notice until suddenly you're choking on the supernatural cords tangled around your neck like a noose. 
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