Blood Wounds by Susan Beth Pfeffer tells the story of Willa whose world is torn apart when she finds out that the father she barely remembers kills his entire family and is thought to be headed towards her home. Willa is forced to confront the demons in her past and figure out how everything relates to her present.
This is an interesting book that follows a girl coming to terms with the demons of her past. It is very heavy and also deals with her addiction to cutting and the unfairness that can exist in step families. I found the book fascinating and finished it quickly and readers who are looking for a tough emotional read will enjoy it. It is not however a book filled with mystery or action and the initial trauma happens in the first section of the book.
Appropriateness: The main character is a cutter and the subject is dealt with tactfully and has a positive resolution. There are also several scenes of abuse that are difficult to read. I would recommend this book to readers 14+ however it is not inappropriate for younger readers who can handle the emotional content.
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