I don't like him. He reminds me of too many people I've known... I shall spare you the details, but it sufficeth to say he's a narcissist and Although I will likely finish the line I will do so with much trepidation
For reals.
I agree. I think that the character they made is flawlessly written to the point that both my empathy for the hollow, hole-ridden soul of the abuser and the damage they must have endured to become that way and my utter disgust at their actions are triggered simultaneously.
Major trigger for me, but nonetheless astounding writing.