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A review by betweentheshelves
A Guide to the Dark by Meriam Metoui
dark
emotional
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
This didn't hook me like I thought it would, and I found my attention drifting while I was listening to the audiobook. However, I do appreciate the explorations of grief and how that relates to the overall haunting nature of the main storyline. It does seem to end a little too quickly, though. It almost seems like there could be a sequel or a spin off story, which maybe would help to have a little more closure.
Graphic: Child death, Death, and Grief
Moderate: Homophobia, Suicide, and Car accident
Minor: Forced institutionalization, Stalking, and Abandonment