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4.34 AVERAGE
4.34 AVERAGE
adventurous
dark
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
challenging
dark
emotional
inspiring
reflective
sad
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
It has been a long time since a book has made me cry at the last few chapters. This book was gripping from start to finish. I was captivated by the story and character development. The growth of Robin his experiences and how his perspective changes is a timeless commentary on real world society. It is a must read for everyone but I would say especially those of a colonial background because it really shows you that the rose coloured glasses we wear from our place in history/society are exactly that and we are given a greater perspective of just how life is for those of us without white skin. I genuinely don't usually read historical fiction but Kuang's writing has showed me that a gripping story is really possible from any genre. I ask everyone give this book a solid try and have tissues at hand near the end.
adventurous
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
dark
emotional
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child abuse, Racism, Suicidal thoughts, Violence, Murder
challenging
dark
emotional
medium-paced
I had a review but mistakenly deleted it š
challenging
dark
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Racism, Sexism, Violence, Blood, Murder, Cultural appropriation, Colonisation, Classism
Moderate: Gun violence, Slavery
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
informative
reflective
sad
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
1.75āļø maybe Iām too dumb for this ā¦ maybe it just dragged on. why was this marketing as fantasy it is most definitely historical fiction
challenging
dark
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
I would actually pay money to be Rebeccaās editor. I loved so many aspects of this, but, GOD, did it drag. I understand, she views every work as her magnum opus. I, however, do not care. I love the historical fantasy/magical realism of it all. There were times I didnāt know what was fiction and what was fact. I enjoyed the themes of colonialism, racism, and morality. I just donāt think the author has a good understanding of which parts of her books are interesting.