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dark
mysterious
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.25
A great, thought-provoking, psychological thriller! Even though I guessed the twist 20% of the way in, I had a lot of fun reading this book. The plot was unique and twisty, and the writing was so good I was even starting to question my own theory about who the bad guy was.
I love a thriller that has some depth to it, and KT Nguyen certainly delivered. Mental health, particularly OCD and PTSD, are major focuses of YOU KNOW WHAT YOU DID, as well as white supremacy/patriarchal issues (immigration, war, race, etc).
This isn’t exactly a book I would recommend as a weekend binge (which is definitely also a type of thriller I enjoy!), but is a bit of a slow burn that moves in fits and starts and benefits from savoring it over several sittings. Highly recommend!
I love a thriller that has some depth to it, and KT Nguyen certainly delivered. Mental health, particularly OCD and PTSD, are major focuses of YOU KNOW WHAT YOU DID, as well as white supremacy/patriarchal issues (immigration, war, race, etc).
This isn’t exactly a book I would recommend as a weekend binge (which is definitely also a type of thriller I enjoy!), but is a bit of a slow burn that moves in fits and starts and benefits from savoring it over several sittings. Highly recommend!
Graphic: Mental illness and Death of parent
Moderate: Racism
Minor: Rape, Police brutality, and War