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The Resurrectionist by A. Rae Dunlap
4.0
adventurous dark mysterious medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven: A mix
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

Thanks to Net Galley & Kensington Publishing for the E-Arc in exchange for my honest review.

This book is perfect for fans of the talent mr Ripley or those looking for a MM gothic romance.
 Mystery/ Thriller
The mystery is really finding out more about Burke & Hare.
 There is like in the Talent Mr Ripley behaviour that escalates slowly into this thriller - from studying anatomy at Edinburgh to
stealing bodies & finally murdering bodies for exploration

Dark Gothic Romance
The true hero of this story is the gothic romance. The romance is set in a backdrop of anatomical body sketches and body parts. However the moment between MC James an upper class gentleman fallen on hard times and the working class Nye.  I was cheering for this couple throughout. The romance fades to black with anything more than a kiss.
This relationship is a major focus in the book - I would go as far to say the main focus.
Ideal Reader
A fan of young adult gothic romances with mystery subplot
Fans of talent Mr Ripley who wanted more romance moments
People who enjoy romances set in gothic / gorey settings
Fans of Emily the strange and Lenore will most likely enjoy this book
Extras
I enjoyed the fact that the E-ARc had discussion  thoughtful questions for the book at the back.
Key summary:
-opposites attract 
- coming of age & sexuality in a new town ( university )
-loosely based of the historical time of Burke & Hare 
-Cute MM romance set in a gorey setting 
- Runs out of money & need to find a job
- black market organs 
- Accidentally Outing 


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