4.5/5 stars.

I would highly recommend going to the reviews (on Goodreads) and reading Andrew's own book review. He shares helpful information on what his book is about as well as the content warnings. And this is definitely a book that a lot of people are going to want to browse the content warnings for.

I read this book almost completely in one sitting. This was a very real, very traumatic book to read. Andrew writes about things that will hit close to home for many people. This book heavily covers pregnancy and the emotional, physical, and mental turmoil that comes with it. The MMC is a trans man named Crane. While I don't think any of these characters were necessarily "likable," and you'll understand exactly why once you read this book, they were relatable and multifaceted.

I loved the deep insight we get as readers into Crane's struggles of coming to terms with who he is. He struggled with his self-identity and accepting who he is. We get to read the deepest, darkest thoughts of Crane. We experience his suicidal ideation, self-harm, intrusive thoughts, and darkest desires. This was the perfect book to read during Pride month. I thought it was artfully done.

Andrew was masterful in balancing out classic horror and gore with internal struggles and societal issues. Sometimes I'll read books that are trying to accomplish a discussion on current life issues while still maintaining their horror story, and it doesn't always mix well together. This book did. It all blended well together and felt seamless.

This is my first book that I've read by this author and I already know that I'll be returning for more gore. I loved the writing within this book and how complex it felt, even with it being a shorter book.

Thank you to NetGalley and Saga Press for the ARC. All opinions are my own.

Goodreads Review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/7648675529
Fable Review: https://fable.co/review/d97775ae-a9d0-4d47-bd62-9d15b92bccf9/share