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zosiablue's review
adventurous
emotional
mysterious
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
4.25
I dearly loved this and also think it didn't reach its potential. Such a cool, original mix of quantum physics, a gay love story, steampunk, clairvoyance, and loneliness. My heart. There was casual racism that didn't feel intentional but was there nonetheless (sort of a "sign of the times" thing the author leaned into too far) AND I think if everything was more balanced and fleshed out, it would be a perfect book. I almost want the author to rewrite it now further along in her career.
As a bonus, the author's book from this year (Half Life of Valery K) definitely winks at this novel, so I need to reread it now that I get the references.
As a bonus, the author's book from this year (Half Life of Valery K) definitely winks at this novel, so I need to reread it now that I get the references.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Racism, Infidelity, and Sexism
Moderate: Death, Classism, and Cultural appropriation
nekoshka's review against another edition
mysterious
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.25
Content Warnings
Graphic: Racial slurs, Racism, and Xenophobia
Moderate: Infidelity, Sexism, Domestic abuse, and Misogyny
Minor: Death of parent, Homophobia, and Police brutality
btrz7's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
Content Warnings
Graphic: Infidelity, Racism, Sexism, and Xenophobia
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