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emotional
mysterious
reflective
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? Yes
4.5
I was offered a copy of Weep, Woman, Weep in exchange for an honest review. This was an incredibly gripping tale following Mercy who, having survived the Weeping Woman aka La Llorona, comes back unable to cry without causing a disaster. Storing her tears in jars whilst also trying to survive La Llorona’s torment, Mercy learns to grow and overcome.
Essentially about breaking ancestral curses, this book is incredibly moving and I found the character arc so fulfilling. It’s super snappy, mostly because there’s a lot of story to tell in this short novella, but the pace suits it well. I devoured this in a day. It was easy to love Mercy and I would recommend this to anyone who enjoys curses, more gothic tales, and empowering stories.
Content Warnings
Minor: Suicidal thoughts and Suicide
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