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steveatwaywords's review against another edition
adventurous
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
Roanhorse feels more comfortable still in this unique world, especially as she opens up spaces for her monsterslayer anti-hero to grow. While the novel remains primarily plot-driven, with short episodic action-oriented chapters dominating, while it offers little of the world than its monstrosities (human and otherwise), and while the character motivations remain fairly singular, the adventure element is compelling enough. More, this novel begins the work of contrasting the indigenous world to the white remnants of civilization outside. The thinking here could be richer, offering its complexity, while developing the evolving world of tribal religions; Roanhorse instead opts for the thinner-plotting of episodes, instead. A third novel, too, can't be far off.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Violence and Slavery
Minor: Sexual content
amandaquotidianbooks's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
mysterious
medium-paced
- 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? Yes
3.5
I missed Kai’s presence in much of this story. It felt very episodic for most of the novel. I was relieved that though the world building was dark, there wasn’t an increase in the trauma on the page. I think I’ll enjoy this more upon rereading. The theme of found family is the main one, and I was distracted by Kai’s absence too much to appreciate it.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Gore and Violence
Moderate: Kidnapping
Minor: Rape, Sexual assault, and Sexual content
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