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A review by sup_demons
Penpal by Dathan Auerbach
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.5
A very thrilling, decently scary, heartbreaking and at times disgusting story. I have to agree with some of the other reviews: it could be much better structured and well polished but I think it works well for what it is. Since it used to be a compilation of Reddit stories, I think it transpires through the "segmented recount of recalled memories" in chapters. Some of the chapters lacked transitions and connections to smooth the cuts between them. But the atmosphere was great in my opinion.