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A review by katiemack
My Murder by Katie Williams
dark
mysterious
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.25
I received an eARC of this book from NetGalley and the publisher in exchange for an honest review.
The premise of solving one's own murder compelled me enough to request this. It's pretty decent as a speculative crime drama, though it's not the thriller the marketing claims it to be. It's more of a meditation on identity and postpartum depression--who are these women now that they've come back? Who is Lou as a mother? What do the people in their lives think about them? I'm sure the length hinders the book from really exploring these issues, but also, the "twist" is mildly interesting but less compelling than I thought it would be.
The premise of solving one's own murder compelled me enough to request this. It's pretty decent as a speculative crime drama, though it's not the thriller the marketing claims it to be. It's more of a meditation on identity and postpartum depression--who are these women now that they've come back? Who is Lou as a mother? What do the people in their lives think about them? I'm sure the length hinders the book from really exploring these issues, but also, the "twist" is mildly interesting but less compelling than I thought it would be.
Moderate: Murder
Minor: Mental illness, Violence, and Pregnancy