T.D.’s Reviews > Whiplash > Status Update

The violence is graphic and undoubtedly authentic, making the characters subjected to it more sympathetic. But the pacing is so fast in the beginning, jumping years and places, that I can't connect to the protagonist beyond sympathy, though the author certainly makes me want to. Also, the interplay between Lily & Julian is both intriguing and disturbing; & I have small questions about historical accuracy.