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A review by srm
Death in the Spires by KJ Charles
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Given that Charles's Romance novels often have wonderfully constructed mystery plots, I had no doubts that she could pull of a straight Mystery, and I was right. I love the dual timeline between the present and 10 years earlier when Jem and all his friends were at Oxford and one of them committed murder. Fantastic characters and twists and just an all around delight.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Murder, Toxic friendship, and Classism
Minor: Child death, Homophobia, Panic attacks/disorders, Physical abuse, Racism, Rape, Sexual content, Suicidal thoughts, Violence, Medical content, Grief, Abortion, and Alcohol