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aryudaokta's review against another edition
challenging
dark
informative
inspiring
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? It's complicated
4.5
pagesderuby's review against another edition
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emotional
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
lutfiantoalfi's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
informative
inspiring
reflective
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
I REGRETTED putting off reading this book for so long. I have some issues with the writing (e.g. could be more "show don't tell" imo; repetition of some lines (albeit those lines are the point of the story)) but I cried anyway in the end, which really what matters. A great book to learn more about the authoritarian New Order in 1980s Indonesia and how different (or not) it is from our democracy now.
cancercopia's review against another edition
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hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
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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? It's complicated
5.0
radioslave's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
informative
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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? No
5.0
“Matilah engkau mati, kau akan lahir berkali-kali...”
A quick overview of this historical-themed book reveals its exceptional quality. Its popularity is well-deserved, given its captivating portrayal of significant issues in Indonesia's past. Each character is compelling, drawing readers in with their unique strengths.
The writing is beautiful in every chapter, especially with the inclusion of touching poetry. Readers will find themselves on an emotional journey, often feeling the urge to shed tears. The vivid depiction of the hardships faced by Biru Laut and his friends is particularly moving.
This book offers valuable insights, making it accessible even to those unfamiliar with Indonesia's history in 1998 and the human rights violations documented within its pages.
witnessingrace's review
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dark
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
koalala1031's review against another edition
dark
emotional
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? It's complicated
4.75
Matilah engkau mati
Engkau akan terlahir kembali
Dari segi plot memang nggak banyak "twist"nya—ada tapi nggak banyak, karena memang ceritanya lebih fokus ke karakter.
Buku yang sangat penting dibaca untuk orang Indonesia (terutama yang udah cukup umur, soalnya rating 18+), karena meskipun para karakter dalam buku ini fiksi, namun latar sejarah yang diceritakan sangat realistis dan akurat.
Engkau akan terlahir kembali
Dari segi plot memang nggak banyak "twist"nya—ada tapi nggak banyak, karena memang ceritanya lebih fokus ke karakter.
Buku yang sangat penting dibaca untuk orang Indonesia (terutama yang udah cukup umur, soalnya rating 18+), karena meskipun para karakter dalam buku ini fiksi, namun latar sejarah yang diceritakan sangat realistis dan akurat.
Graphic: Death, Torture, and Violence
Moderate: Confinement, Sexual content, Grief, and Police brutality
Minor: Blood, Genocide, and Gore
venusinaries's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
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inspiring
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0