54 pages 1 hour read

Kate Elizabeth Russell

My Dark Vanessa

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2020

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Reviews & Readership

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Review Roundup

My Dark Vanessa by Kate Elizabeth Russell is a hauntingly powerful exploration of an abusive relationship between a teenage girl and her teacher. Reviewers praise its unflinching portrayal of trauma and manipulation. However, some critics find its graphic content difficult to read and express concerns over potential triggering material. Overall, it prompts deep reflection on consent and agency.

Who should read this

Who Should Read My Dark Vanessa?

Readers who enjoyed Lolita by Vladimir Nabokov or The Lovely Bones by Alice Sebold will likely be drawn to My Dark Vanessa. This novel captures the complex dynamics of a student-teacher relationship, making it compelling for those interested in psychological depth and controversial themes in fiction.

Recommended

Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Genre
Horror / Thriller / Suspense Fiction
Psychological Fiction
Modern Classic Fiction
Topics
Love / Sexuality
Mental Illness
Trauma / Abuse / Violence
Themes
Emotions/Behavior: Memory
Values/Ideas: Power & Greed
Values/Ideas: Literature