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The subject matter is entertaining, captivating, and often hilarious, but that doesn't mean reading Hold Me Closer, Necromancer is a total breeze. While Sam is the book's primary narrator, the story also shifts to different characters' perspectives to add dimension to the story. As a result, things get can a little hairy when trying to keep everyone's names straight and reminding yourself whose head you're in. The narrative is also super detailed, so resist the temptation to skim through long paragraphs—you just might miss a crucial clue to the puzzle.