The Totenfrau series (Woman of the dead) started out commendably, but towards the end it lost value. There was a lack of depth and substance to the characters. The whole series moved too quickly and easily from one act to another. The story could have used more space to make the characters more interesting. Aside from the main character Bloum, the rest had virtually no added value or strong character. Every deed/murder Bloum carried out went like child's play, causing the series to lose its suspense.
In addition, the subplots remained unresolved, leaving the viewer with a feeling of dissatisfaction. For instance could there be more dialogue with the death and maybe we could figure out why she has that (gift) to talking with the death? The author could explore why the protagonist has the gift of talking with the death more deeply. It could be a result of a past traumatic event, a unique connection with the spiritual world. It could also be revealed that the death have something to say to her, or show her, that she needs to know in order to move forward in life. Whatever the reason is, it could be explored more deeply through conversations between the protagonist and the death.
Overall, the Totenfrau series had immense potential, but was unfortunately not explored to its full capacity. The characters, plot and subplots needed to be explored more to make the series more compelling, exciting and emotionally engaging.
In addition, the subplots remained unresolved, leaving the viewer with a feeling of dissatisfaction. For instance could there be more dialogue with the death and maybe we could figure out why she has that (gift) to talking with the death? The author could explore why the protagonist has the gift of talking with the death more deeply. It could be a result of a past traumatic event, a unique connection with the spiritual world. It could also be revealed that the death have something to say to her, or show her, that she needs to know in order to move forward in life. Whatever the reason is, it could be explored more deeply through conversations between the protagonist and the death.
Overall, the Totenfrau series had immense potential, but was unfortunately not explored to its full capacity. The characters, plot and subplots needed to be explored more to make the series more compelling, exciting and emotionally engaging.