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A review by itsjustkatereading
Needy Little Things by Channelle Desamours
dark
mysterious
tense
fast-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? No
4.5
Needy Little Things is one of the most additive and compelling YA thrillers I’ve read in a long time.
Unique in its quiet use of magic, this book expertly balances social commentary and mystery, all while exploring topics such as mental illness, racism, neurodivergence, addiction, chronic illness and complex family dynamics, with grace and nuance.
With a constant air of building suspense that doesn’t once let up, I found this truly difficult to tear myself away from and ended up devouring it in a matter of hours.
I absolutely loved the way Channelle Desamours writes can’t wait to read more from her in the future (hopefully a Needy Little Things book two because after that ending, I have a desperate need for it!!)
Overall, this was a superb and incredibly memorable debut and one I would both happily and highly recommend.
what to expect:
• twists and turns
• black, bi fmc with adhd
• sickle cell anemia rep (side character)
• close knit friendship group
• sweet, slow burn romance
• mysteries upon mysteries
Unique in its quiet use of magic, this book expertly balances social commentary and mystery, all while exploring topics such as mental illness, racism, neurodivergence, addiction, chronic illness and complex family dynamics, with grace and nuance.
With a constant air of building suspense that doesn’t once let up, I found this truly difficult to tear myself away from and ended up devouring it in a matter of hours.
I absolutely loved the way Channelle Desamours writes can’t wait to read more from her in the future (hopefully a Needy Little Things book two because after that ending, I have a desperate need for it!!)
Overall, this was a superb and incredibly memorable debut and one I would both happily and highly recommend.
what to expect:
• twists and turns
• black, bi fmc with adhd
• sickle cell anemia rep (side character)
• close knit friendship group
• sweet, slow burn romance
• mysteries upon mysteries
Content Warnings
Moderate: Racism