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flissrobyn's review
challenging
reflective
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
The writing is beautiful, but makes for an effort full read as it’s slow paced at the beginning. Really loved the plot, found it brought to mind a lot of feelings, with the plot being quite dark. Beautiful book to read and I enjoyed it, but not an easy read or a happy-endings style book.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Misogyny, Adult/minor relationship, Physical abuse, Violence, Sexual assault, and Xenophobia
Moderate: Miscarriage and Fire/Fire injury
Minor: Death
zinfandel's review
dark
emotional
reflective
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
It is so refreshing to see a narrative that features the leads having an LGBTQ+ romance without said romance being the only focus of the novel. The only reason this rating isn’t 5 stars is because I want more. I understand why the book ended where it did, but I have been left just wanting more. Just read it. Trust me.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Misogyny, Rape, Murder, Domestic abuse, and Adult/minor relationship
The SA scenes in this book are quite graphic and may be triggering to some readers. I found said scenes very hard to read. They do not come from no where and are definitely skippable if that is an option for you.quanzelle's review against another edition
dark
emotional
sad
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
This historical feminist novel explains some of the hardships womxnkind has had to endure in the best way possible. It is chilling and leaves you feeling grateful for the life you have. The romantic sub plot was so well done and the love was tender and raw.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Misogyny, Sexism, Religious bigotry, and Toxic relationship
Moderate: Rape, Torture, Murder, Adult/minor relationship, Sexual assault, and Toxic relationship
Minor: Miscarriage and Suicidal thoughts
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