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A review by librarypatronus
Amen Maxine by Faith Gardner
dark
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
This was wild and I could definitely see how someone struggling with anxiety and other mental illness could get thrown by a "well-intentioned" AI that suggested scary things that fit in with their existing fears. I liked that there were queer characters (FMC has previous female partners and a crush on a new female friend) and I thought the mental illness portrayal felt realistic. Overall it was fast-paced and kept me interested the whole time.
Graphic: Mental illness
Moderate: Gun violence, Infidelity, Suicidal thoughts, and Murder