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unsuccessfulbookclub 's review for:
The Highwayman
by Kerrigan Byrne
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
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
Yeahhhh I *did not* like this. It's got a HEAVY dose of "if you love a sh'tty person hard enough, they'll miraculously get better with no work on themselves" and some very sketch bondage moments with okay consent but horrible aftercare. Also features one of my absolute LEAST favorite plot devices: the informational imbalance.
I also didn't enjoy the "corrupt cops can be okay" middle ground it danced on and the third act breakup and grovel were lacking. The characters acted like teenagers despite being in their late 20s. It's a no from me dawg.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Gore, Gun violence, Mental illness, Panic attacks/disorders, Physical abuse, Sexism, Sexual content, Suicidal thoughts, Toxic relationship, Violence, Forced institutionalization, Police brutality, Kidnapping, Grief, Religious bigotry, Murder, Abandonment, Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Pedophilia, Rape
Minor: Child death, Death of parent