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ernis's review
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
informative
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
I enjoyed how the fairy tale was used in the story. Overall I had a hard time connecting to the characters, particularly Vera. I think others who have had similar life experiences to Vera would connect well with this book though.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Toxic relationship, Child death, and War
Minor: Alcohol, Death of parent, and Suicide attempt
cassidy's review
emotional
hopeful
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
The characters are a bit stereotypical, but wow Kristin Hannah is so enjoyable to read
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child death, Toxic relationship, Suicidal thoughts, Grief, Genocide, Death, and Death of parent
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