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A review by clear0109
Playing Hearts by W.R. Gingell
dark
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.25
This book was alright.
I mean, my personal dislikes when it comes to books include wonderland-esque nonsensical things, and sort of maybe "arrogant" characters, so I did keep my expectations low when going into this, but I was pleasantly surprised nonetheless.
I do like that I was actually able to understand the plot, strange mechanics and all, which is a bonus because normally with Gingell's writing, I don't really.
The characters were also fun, not the kind that I get really fond of, but nice enough to follow along for one adventure, and the stakes felt reasonably high for a book that I wasn't really immersed in.
There is one little thing that sort of bothered me, and that was the age gap between the mc and her love interest. 6 years isn't enormous, by any means, but she was 18 while he was 24 and I personally feel like that makes one of them a teenager and the other a real adult, if that makes sense.
That aside, it was an enjoyable read and I'd recommend it if you're a fan of Gingell's writing style and general vibe :)
I mean, my personal dislikes when it comes to books include wonderland-esque nonsensical things, and sort of maybe "arrogant" characters, so I did keep my expectations low when going into this, but I was pleasantly surprised nonetheless.
I do like that I was actually able to understand the plot, strange mechanics and all, which is a bonus because normally with Gingell's writing, I don't really.
The characters were also fun, not the kind that I get really fond of, but nice enough to follow along for one adventure, and the stakes felt reasonably high for a book that I wasn't really immersed in.
There is one little thing that sort of bothered me, and that was the age gap between the mc and her love interest. 6 years isn't enormous, by any means, but she was 18 while he was 24 and I personally feel like that makes one of them a teenager and the other a real adult, if that makes sense.
That aside, it was an enjoyable read and I'd recommend it if you're a fan of Gingell's writing style and general vibe :)
Minor: Death