At over 600 pages, it is a slow burn. Some readers find the internal monologues lengthy, while others find them essential for the emotional depth. ⚠️ Final Verdict
The "villain" who isn't really a villain. He is cold, angry, and drowning in his own loss. Darling Venom by Parker S. Huntington
The book treats depression and suicide with a heavy, realistic hand. It does not romanticize the pain. At over 600 pages, it is a slow burn
It is very long; the angst can be exhausting; some plot points feel overly dramatic. At over 600 pages
Huntington uses incredibly poetic, almost flowery language. It matches the "dark academia" aesthetic of the setting.
A protagonist defined by her resilience. She carries a haunting guilt that feels visceral to the reader.