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suicana's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.75
The plot starts kind of slow and appears disjointed, but I promise it will all fall into place in later novels and all of the characters are reoccurring. It just takes a long time (hence the small star deduction).
Side note: The glossary at the end of the Seven Seas edition is a godsend for Western readers, but I promise all the names and concept also get easier fairly quickly.
Graphic: Violence
Moderate: Death, War, Xenophobia, Racism, Blood, Cursing, and Genocide
Minor: Bullying and Child death
graceskate's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
Graphic: Violence, Gore, and Body horror
Moderate: War, Xenophobia, Torture, Racism, Grief, Mental illness, and Abandonment
Minor: Ableism, Suicidal thoughts, Kidnapping, Homophobia, and Infidelity
mxpringle's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.0
Graphic: Genocide, Fire/Fire injury, Violence, Blood, Classism, Gore, Grief, Torture, Injury/Injury detail, Transphobia, Cursing, Racism, Colonisation, Body horror, Death, and War
Moderate: Kidnapping, Misogyny, Suicide, Homophobia, Murder, and Suicide attempt
Minor: Cannibalism and Alcohol
tinyjude's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
I really like fantasy and wuxia, so I found the reading fascinating, enjoyable and even educational at times with the glossary, as I was able to learn more about Chinese culture, philosophy and traditions.
There are many beautiful and emotional scenes full of detail and metaphors, mixed with funny moments that create a very good balance. It's the first of the 5 books that make up the story but I feel like it gives you a great understanding of the characters and the plot. I liked the rhythm and the narrative style, so I can't wait to read the next books and get to know the past and complexities of these characters.
Graphic: Sexism and Racism