Plot in a sentence: Alex’s sister was brutally killed 3 years ago and the suspected killer went free… until Alex takes justice into her own hands. “The female of the species is more deadly than the male.”
Recommended age: 14 and up (some frank descriptions of violence, sex and sexual assault)
Who will love this book:
- Readers who like dark, realistic stories.
- Fans of Dexter.
What I liked about this book:
- Like Jack and Peekay, I find Alex interesting: her unconventional ways of thinking and spending her time and the rage and violence within her.
- The character of Branley because she could be the “bitchy slutty girl” that you see in so many High School stories, but there is a lot more to her.
- The criticism of rape culture and slut shaming.
- The focus on animal rescue: Alex and Peekay meet at a shelter and Alex’ gentleness towards the animals contrasts with her relationship with people.
The ending disappointed me a little, I won’t say why to avoid spoilers. Those who read it, do you agree?
If you liked this book, read: I Hunt Killers by Barry Lyga is about the son of a serial killer who also has a dark side and a tendency towards vigilantism.
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