• I honestly adored the premise. The magical elements were so unique. I don't think I have ever read anything remotely similar.
• The romance was... weird. I still don't know how I feel about it exactly.
• Kang has such atmospheric writing. I genuinely felt like I was there on the island with the characters.
• Lots of sensitive topics were handled. Again, I'm not sure how I feel about them. If anyone knows a reviewer that talked about the self-harm or child abuse representation, link me up pls.
• It was definitely an engaging story. I never wanted to put it down.
• The ending was oddly satisfying. It suited the story.
• It was just missing... something. I don't know what.

Full review to come.