Book Summary:
Mitty has turned a small little town into her refuge. It isn’t a glamorous life, but she can hide from her past here. Sure, she felt abandoned for a while, but she’s since made peace with her lot in life. That is until a new neighbor comes to town.
Lena is seemingly the perfect woman with the perfect life. But something has always felt off to her. It isn’t until the new move that she realizes what it is - it feels like she’s been missing something. And that something will slowly drown her.
My Review:
Okay, Whoever You Are, Honey is 100% not what I expected. Overall, I’d say it’s a solid read that will make you question everything. It’s Olivia Gatwood’s debut novel; you can see the potential here.
This book felt like Stepford Wives (mentioned in the comps) and a self-discovery novel mixed into one. I enjoyed the elements introduced into the mix here, even if I didn’t always enjoy the outcome.
The biggest letdown of this book was probably the ending. It felt like a lot of leading up for…not much? One perspective had almost a non-ending sort of ending if that makes sense. I suppose they both did, in a way.
Whoever You Are, Honey is the book for you if you enjoy feminist plots, slow-trickle tales, or stories of friendship.
Highlights:
Science Fiction Meets Thriller
LGBTQ+ Romantic Elements
Finding Yourself
Trigger Warnings:
Self Harm
Toxic Relationship
Blood/Injury
Animal Death
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Reading updates
- Started reading
- 8 September, 2024: Finished reading
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