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sapphicreaderlucy's review against another edition
dark
reflective
sad
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
If I had to describe this book in two words: dark, reflective. This book tackled super heavy topics that the adult fantasy genre often avoids like slavery and colonialism. I really enjoyed the complex political intel we got from the main character and the point of view of his Kraft (magic gift) in the story. However Loren as a character I found a little bit boring. I found to be a little bit clueless in a way that was frustrating to read. I enjoyed the parts where we got to see Sigourney’s character the most. I could definitely see how this book would be unlikeable, it’s a complex one to even recommend given how dark this story is. I also think if you are bothered easily by “telling not showing” writing, then this book probably isn’t the one for you as this book does that a little bit. I enjoyed this personally even given it’s extremely dark nature. I enjoyed learning more about history through the genocide descriptions that were based off realities of colonialism and slavery. It is an important and often overshadowed history because of the deep evil of it all, but it’s important to confront these histories and the reality of the oppression it creates, even in the context of a historical fiction sci fi fantasy.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Genocide, Rape, Sexual assault, Slavery, Suicide, Violence, and War
hendrixpants's review
adventurous
dark
inspiring
sad
tense
medium-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? Yes
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Slavery, and War
Moderate: Pedophilia, Rape, Sexual assault, and Toxic relationship