Review: She's Not Gone

She's Not Gone by Sarah Northwood
My rating: 4 of 5 stars


I received an ARC copy of this novel in exchange for an honest review.

The story recounts Katie's journey through domestic violence which can be a very difficult subject to write about. But this story isn't about the beatings Katie suffered, it's more about how she felt and her actions throughout the ordeal.

It was hard for me to read because I'm a strong person who would never stick around a relationship such as this one. I suppose I'm on the other end of the spectrum and would kill the... you know what. But I know that these relationships exist and I know woman are subjected to this more than we like to think or realize. So my offering is this... if you are in an abusive relationship, run as fast as you can. There are plenty of people in this day and age who will help you. There is help! That wasn't always the case, and many women have died because they couldn't get help. You can, so run and run now. Don't wait, just do it!

The second half of the story added an interesting twist which was really enjoyable. So kudos to the author for ending on a high note which these stories so often do not.

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