I was very excited to receive a copy of this for review as the concept was absolutely <i>fascinating</i> to me -- a sapphic gothic-horror inspired story? Sounded absolutely perfect.

The setting of this book is developed within the frame of Marion's knowledge -- we do not really get to know more than she knows, which does at times mean that some questions are left unanswered. It was an interesting choice not to give the country in which the book is set a name; of course, that isn't actually the important part of the book.

Marion was a brilliant character to follow: she is not completely naive and helpless, but neither is she calculating: you know, like a real person is not ever one thing. Lisbet was fascinating as well. The way Marion interacted with the characters around her was always different. Speaking of side character, they were all unique -- it was wonderful to see a range of character types within a paranormal-ish horror novel as I feel like characters in horror always fit into a mould. 

The way that the book is written was quite intricate, I would love to pick apart the language in it one day. The overall message of the story was somehow overt and quiet at the same time. The atmosphere of the book is haunting; beautiful and grotesque at the same time. 

The only issues I had were slight ones with the pacing and structure of the story. The pacing was such that the story felt very slow but as though some parts were rushed at the same time. My issue with the format is that it's slightly formulaic. 

Overall, though, I really did enjoy the book! There is definitely a specific atmosphere to it that many readers will enjoy.