Reviews tagging 'Sexual content'

The Storm Sister by Lucinda Riley

5 reviews

justinenoon82's review against another edition

adventurous emotional mysterious reflective medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.0

Riley's masterful blend of historical and contemporary narratives creates an engrossing read. The vivid descriptions of Norway and the world of music add depth to the story. While some plot points felt predictable, the overall journey of self-discovery and family history is captivating.

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Content Warnings

Minor: Death, Sexual content, and Grief

The book follows Ally D'Aplièse, one of seven adopted sisters, as she embarks on a journey to discover her roots following her adoptive father's death. The story alternates between Ally's present-day narrative and the historical story of her ancestor in 19th century Norway.

Ally's journey takes her from a sailing competition in Greece to the fjords of Norway, where she uncovers her connection to a young woman named Anna Landvik, who lived in the late 1800s. Anna's story involves her journey from a small mountain farm to becoming a singer in Christiania (now Oslo), where she encounters the famous composer Edvard Grieg.

The book delves into themes of identity, family bonds, and the power of music. It explores Norwegian culture and history, particularly the period of romantic nationalism in the late 19th century. Riley's writing style is descriptive and immersive, painting vivid pictures of both modern-day settings and historical Norway. The narrative weaves together elements of romance, historical fiction, and family saga.

While uncovering her family history, Ally also deals with personal challenges and romantic entanglements in the present day, adding depth to her character arc.

This book is part of a larger series, but it can be read as a standalone novel. However, readers familiar with the first book in the series may have a deeper understanding of some background elements.

md3's review against another edition

adventurous emotional informative inspiring mysterious 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

4.0

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Addiction, Alcoholism, Child death, Death, Drug abuse, Infidelity, Misogyny, Sexual content, Suicide, Blood, Antisemitism, Grief, Death of parent, Pregnancy, and War

bearybooky's review against another edition

adventurous emotional hopeful inspiring reflective sad slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

5.0

I enjoy that this book - even though overall kind of sad, managed to be hopeful, with good redemption at the end. 

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Child death

Moderate: Death, Hate crime, Miscarriage, Antisemitism, Grief, Pregnancy, and Classism

Minor: Adult/minor relationship, Alcoholism, Genocide, Infidelity, Sexual content, Suicidal thoughts, Blood, Death of parent, Alcohol, and War

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justovereherereading's review

adventurous emotional hopeful reflective sad tense 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? It's complicated

4.5

Really enjoyed this book, it was a real rollercoaster of emotions, but I loved Ally and her story. 
These books are beautifully written and thorough, in that I don’t feel left wondering at any part of the story, other than the characters futures!! Another cliff hanger leading into Star’s story….I can’t wait! 

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Child death, Death of parent, Pregnancy, and War

Moderate: Alcoholism

Minor: Sexual content

helfire124's review against another edition

adventurous emotional funny hopeful inspiring mysterious sad tense medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

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Content Warnings

Moderate: Alcoholism, Death, Gun violence, Hate crime, Infidelity, Mental illness, Sexual content, Antisemitism, Grief, Death of parent, Pregnancy, Alcohol, and War

Minor: Genocide, Gun violence, Infertility, Miscarriage, Suicidal thoughts, Violence, Blood, Religious bigotry, Fire/Fire injury, and Abandonment