A review by t0ast_and_t3a
Next of Kin by Hannah Bonam-Young

challenging emotional tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.0

An emotional story of found family with two characters who have complicated views of trust and relationships. They each have trouble with trusting others, and it is shown in different ways. This may be viewed as a bit of a heavy subject for a romance, but this is more of a break the cycle book with a romance subplot. 

I’ll list the major trigger warnings below, but there is a purpose to all the scenes. Even so, they may be intense to read (especially for those who have experience with CPS and neglectful parents).

TW: CPS, neglectful parents, minor scenes with detailed flashbacks/memories of neglect, child born with illness (due to neglectful parents).