A review by breadsalot
The Taking of Jake Livingston by Ryan Douglass

adventurous dark emotional tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

3.5

Started off spooky season early with this read and in terms of spookiness, it did not disappoint. It was certainly one of the darker YA novels I've read in a while - due to the subject matter and the very visual descriptions Douglass conjures up for the reader. The characters are pretty solid, the plot draws you in, and I loved the diversity. 


If you're feeling up for a moody, non-conventional possession story that has a lot of heart and emotions, this is the book for you. 


P.S. If you do plan on reading it, I would check out the content warnings beforehand, just in case! 

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