D B answers “I'm a dedicated King reader but, to be...”

Stephen asked this question about If It Bleeds (Holly Gibney #2):

I'm a dedicated King reader but, to be honest, not a big fan of the character Holly Gibney. Anyone else with me on this?

D B Honestly, it's not the character I have a problem with, it's the use of "poopy" and other near-curse words. It is so cringe-y.

Also, the relationship d…moreHonestly, it's not the character I have a problem with, it's the use of "poopy" and other near-curse words. It is so cringe-y.

Also, the relationship dynamic with her mother is not at all interesting to me (though I can see WHY someone would like it, I guess) and made the title story of If It Bleeds DRAG.(less)

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E. I agree on the faux curse words. It is cringe-y.
Also, I was thinking about this, and I think my issue with Holly - as a character - is that she doesn ...more
May 12, 2021 08:51AM · flag

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