Boy Parts

3.5. I did enjoy reading this, but not as much as I expected. It was interesting, definitely more character-driven than plot-driven. This falls in a weird spot for me because, of course it's disturbing, but also not disturbing enough to feel like it was challenging my thoughts or expectations. I know that's a weird thing to say, but I just think Irina had very clear psychopathic tendencies so I didn't find her actions to be that unpredictable. In a way, I did feel like I understood this character's worldview, which is to Eliza Clark's credit. I liked reading it. I can see why some people loved it. It was good, but not great.

Merged review:

3.5. I did enjoy reading this, but not as much as I expected. It was interesting, definitely more character-driven than plot-driven. This falls in a weird spot for me because, of course it's disturbing, but also not disturbing enough to feel like it was challenging my thoughts or expectations. I know that's a weird thing to say, but I just think Irina had very clear psychopathic tendencies so I didn't find her actions to be that unpredictable. In a way, I did feel like I understood this character's worldview, which is to Eliza Clark's credit. I liked reading it. I can see why some people loved it. It was good, but not great.