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Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for giving me a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
The art style of this graphic novel was absolutely gorgeous. The story was very par for the course, though. It followed many tropes that already exist. The story was definitely elevated by the lush artwork, however. The pacing was quick, and I enjoyed the story for what it was. I would have liked a little bit more back story on the villains, but I don’t know if that would have worked in the story in general. Overall, this was solid!
Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for giving me a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
The art style of this graphic novel was absolutely gorgeous. The story was very par for the course, though. It followed many tropes that already exist. The story was definitely elevated by the lush artwork, however. The pacing was quick, and I enjoyed the story for what it was. I would have liked a little bit more back story on the villains, but I don’t know if that would have worked in the story in general. Overall, this was solid!
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Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for giving me a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
Pardon my language here but, I’m sorry, what the fuck was that? The pacing is incredibly slow, the narration of past and present is confusing at best, and the characters are mind-numbingly boring. Delphine is whiny and self-loathing, as if communicating with her friends her true feelings would actually kill her. Lindsey is selfish and childish, vindictive without consequences. And Margaux was so flat that it felt like even the author sometimes forgot the character existed in the book.
What was the twist in this book? That men are terrible? I’m missing how this was supposed to be a surprise to any female reader. I was lost as to what the plot exactly was, in this book. This was a disappointing read. There is no suspense, no thrills, and honestly, not a single twist.
Full review August 20th, 2021.
Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for giving me a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
Pardon my language here but, I’m sorry, what the fuck was that? The pacing is incredibly slow, the narration of past and present is confusing at best, and the characters are mind-numbingly boring. Delphine is whiny and self-loathing, as if communicating with her friends her true feelings would actually kill her. Lindsey is selfish and childish, vindictive without consequences. And Margaux was so flat that it felt like even the author sometimes forgot the character existed in the book.
What was the twist in this book? That men are terrible? I’m missing how this was supposed to be a surprise to any female reader. I was lost as to what the plot exactly was, in this book. This was a disappointing read. There is no suspense, no thrills, and honestly, not a single twist.
Full review August 20th, 2021.
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Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for giving me a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
I would like to first disclaim that while people have said you can read these separately, I highly recommend that you don’t. Additionally, you may also benefit from listening to the podcast.
This book is incredibly layered, with many contemporary aspects wrapped into an amazing sci-fi series. Rose is a likable character, with completely understandable character flaws.
Admittedly, there were moments where the plot lulled for me. I was invested, regardless, in how Rose grew as a person. All in all, this book was enjoyable! I think I just would have liked it to be better formatted before being released to reviewers. I also would have preferred a little bit more context and world-building for the events in the last 25% of the book.
Full review September 17th, 2021.
Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for giving me a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
I would like to first disclaim that while people have said you can read these separately, I highly recommend that you don’t. Additionally, you may also benefit from listening to the podcast.
This book is incredibly layered, with many contemporary aspects wrapped into an amazing sci-fi series. Rose is a likable character, with completely understandable character flaws.
Admittedly, there were moments where the plot lulled for me. I was invested, regardless, in how Rose grew as a person. All in all, this book was enjoyable! I think I just would have liked it to be better formatted before being released to reviewers. I also would have preferred a little bit more context and world-building for the events in the last 25% of the book.
Full review September 17th, 2021.