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A review by solnit_and_sebastian
Let the Right One In: A Novel by John Ajvide Lindqvist, Ebba Segerberg
challenging
dark
emotional
funny
mysterious
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
I watched the film years ago and finally got around to reading the source material. Certainly not for the squeamish! This is the type of story that had me chuckling and then cringing with discomfort on the same page. A hell of a ride, and kept my interest!
Graphic: Addiction, Adult/minor relationship, Alcoholism, Animal death, Body horror, Bullying, Gore, Pedophilia, Self harm, Blood, Suicide attempt, Fire/Fire injury, Alcohol, and Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Body shaming, Death, Drug use, Sexual assault, Toxic relationship, Murder, and Abandonment
Minor: Confinement, Racism, Excrement, Vomit, and Grief