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Death of a Bookseller
by Alice Slater
challenging
dark
mysterious
reflective
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Dual P.O.V. Laura & Roach
FMC Roach - Norman Bates Vibe & True Crime Fanatic
Laura- Daughter of a Serial killer victim & Poet
Set in a Bookshop filled with book enthusiasts. The story weaves between the feeling of being watched and being the one who is watching.
Roach quote- “I travelled the world with serial killers … imagined washing my skin with the soap of women”
This read was perfect for spooky season- The book looks at True Crime as a genre and how different people interact with it. I personally think Roach is one of the characters that gives me the biggest - Ick!!! Alarm Bells ! I’ve never been as repulsed by a character & the times you view the world from her perspective is truly unsettling. The novel is thoughtful constructed and has strong character development for each of the characters followed.
The book reminds me of You by Caroline Kepnes but with a female mc instead of a male one. If you enjoyed Netflix season of You with Love Quinn season 3 you will most likely enjoy this book.
Content warnings:
Stalking ; Home invasion ; Alcholism ; Assault ; Serial Killer praise
FMC Roach - Norman Bates Vibe & True Crime Fanatic
Laura- Daughter of a Serial killer victim & Poet
Set in a Bookshop filled with book enthusiasts. The story weaves between the feeling of being watched and being the one who is watching.
Roach quote- “I travelled the world with serial killers … imagined washing my skin with the soap of women”
This read was perfect for spooky season- The book looks at True Crime as a genre and how different people interact with it. I personally think Roach is one of the characters that gives me the biggest - Ick!!! Alarm Bells ! I’ve never been as repulsed by a character & the times you view the world from her perspective is truly unsettling. The novel is thoughtful constructed and has strong character development for each of the characters followed.
The book reminds me of You by Caroline Kepnes but with a female mc instead of a male one. If you enjoyed Netflix season of You with Love Quinn season 3 you will most likely enjoy this book.
Content warnings:
Stalking ; Home invasion ; Alcholism ; Assault ; Serial Killer praise
Content Warnings
Graphic: Alcoholism, Death, Violence, Stalking