Девочки с острыми шипами

i started this audiobook at the end of july when i was in new york and it was so slow i had a hard time really getting into it. decided to try it again but on 2x speed and i actually think that helped a lot, especially with the first half. it's a lot slower paced story than i was expecting (or normally like) but i think listening to the audiobook was a good idea for me, because i'm sure i would have DNF'd it if i was reading the physical book.

unfortunately i guessed the “twist” barely 15% into it, but it was still really interesting to see HOW it would unfold, as the action picked up and the story revealed itself. i did enjoy it. i'm not sure if i'll pick up the second book when it comes out, but i guess we'll see if i'm interested in a year. also the feminist angle felt a little contrived to me, though i can't quite get my thoughts together on why specifically just yet.

23 january 2020excited to start reading this soon - especially since the blurb reminds me of [b:Only Ever Yours 21805717 Only Ever Yours Louise O'Neill https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1441273940l/21805717.SY75.jpg 41068635]. hoping this is a better version of that bc it had so much potential!!!!