Scan barcode
nickc777's review against another edition
dark
sad
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.25
A much more interesting and less adventurous/YA-esque handling than I was expecting. The tone of voice is often dispassive, almost calculating, which I thought might grate quickly and avoid emotion, but I did soon enough warm to. Lanchester rarely classifies characters and actions into right or wrong, and story feels at once clear and personal.
I did sometimes find the pattern of building happiness only to suddenly dash it again a little repetitive after a while, similar to Grapes of Wrath, but overall an excellent read
I did sometimes find the pattern of building happiness only to suddenly dash it again a little repetitive after a while, similar to Grapes of Wrath, but overall an excellent read
Content Warnings
Graphic: Gun violence, Murder, Violence, War, Blood, Gore, and Injury/Injury detail
Minor: Alcohol, Xenophobia, Confinement, Sexual violence, Slavery, Suicide, and Classism
More...