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.