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charlee92 's review for:
A Study in Drowning
by Ava Reid
dark
mysterious
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
N/A
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
N/A
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
I really liked the beginning of this book. the vibes and atmosphere are great. dark academia 🖤
however I think the plot lacked in the second half of the book. I liked the premise -- potential cursed character, enemies to lovers, overcoming trauma and societal pressures, men generally suck, folklore, etc... but it did not deliver. do much is set up and then not followed through. the ending felt too quick and lacked some of the impact I was expecting. the enemies to lovers rivalry did not exist.
the main characters have their moments but in general are very bland. but the comments on the 2 different countries were uncomfortable and not retracted by the end as I hoped with growth.
I listened to the audiobook and while it was good I do think I would like the physical book more to keep up with all the plot points.
however I think the plot lacked in the second half of the book. I liked the premise -- potential cursed character, enemies to lovers, overcoming trauma and societal pressures, men generally suck, folklore, etc... but it did not deliver. do much is set up and then not followed through. the ending felt too quick and lacked some of the impact I was expecting. the enemies to lovers rivalry did not exist.
the main characters have their moments but in general are very bland. but the comments on the 2 different countries were uncomfortable and not retracted by the end as I hoped with growth.
I listened to the audiobook and while it was good I do think I would like the physical book more to keep up with all the plot points.