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A review by jameslyons
My Dark Vanessa by Kate Elizabeth Russell
challenging
dark
emotional
funny
inspiring
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
I devoured this in three days
Content Warnings
Graphic: Addiction, Adult/minor relationship, Alcoholism, Body shaming, Bullying, Child abuse, Eating disorder, Infidelity, Mental illness, Misogyny, Panic attacks/disorders, Physical abuse, Rape, Self harm, Sexism, Sexual assault, Sexual content, Sexual violence, Suicidal thoughts, Toxic relationship, Violence, Grief, and Stalking
Moderate: Infertility, Miscarriage, Pedophilia, and Suicide
Minor: Animal death, Cancer, Death, Fatphobia, Gore, Blood, and Death of parent
Child sexual abuse is the main subject. Gaslighting, grooming, institutional violence, and coping mechanisms.