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The Aftermath: A Novel
Author's I believe we survive by sharing our stories. Please contact me with yours. Best wishes, Lyn
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Published March 10, 2021
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May 22, 2021
This was a really interesting book about the aftermath (obviously) of being raped. I liked the characters, but I think that the language and writing style is this book's core strength. The dialogue was realistic and the narration was poetic without being dense or relying on unnecessary metaphors.
My main issue with this book was how quickly the central romantic relationship developed. It seemed rather unrealistic, and I don't think the reasons for why these two characters liked each other were ever adequately explained.
Overall, I really enjoyed it!
My main issue with this book was how quickly the central romantic relationship developed. It seemed rather unrealistic, and I don't think the reasons for why these two characters liked each other were ever adequately explained.
Overall, I really enjoyed it!
July 18, 2021
Lyn Coffin cleverly tells the inciting event in third person so that the reader understands what has befallen the protagonist, drugged by the villain. Then she switches to first person, and for the bulk of the novel we learn the repercussions in the intimate voice of the young waitress Susan. The premise distressed me. And it should distress. But the unexpected survivor's story involved me in a wide and satisfying emotional range.
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