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The Honeys by Ryan La Sala
2.0
dark mysterious tense slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven: Character
Loveable characters: No
Diverse cast of characters: Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

i don’t think i understand horror??? or maybe this book wasn’t good? i truly don’t know? 🐝🍯

i’ve been tiptoeing into trying horror books this year and i can’t decide if it’s just not the genre for me or if i’m picking bad books… 

this one felt so drawn out for ultimately very little to happen, and the magical/horror-ish elements felt lacking in their execution and effectiveness in the story. the bones were intriguing but it didn’t stick the landing for me. 

i did think seeing mars explore their gender and its expression was well done especially in settings that weren’t affirming or supportive. 

i just wanted more?!? 🤷🏼‍♀️

⭐️⭐️ for this one…