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themightygabbers's review against another edition
informative
inspiring
reflective
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
The true story of Hedy Lamarr (nee Keisler) is incredible and inspiring. The writing in the beginning of the book did an excellent job of drawing you into the world of the characters, building suspense, and telling the story of her life much like novel, in which you felt intricately involved and invested.
Unfortunately, midway through the book, the storytelling becomes much more like what you would find in a textbook; a simple recounting of events with some character thoughts and feelings thrown in from a distant view. Hedy's take was interesting enough to make me want to finish it to fully understand her history, but it was laborious and the author's choice in their ending was wholly unsatisfying.
Unfortunately, midway through the book, the storytelling becomes much more like what you would find in a textbook; a simple recounting of events with some character thoughts and feelings thrown in from a distant view. Hedy's take was interesting enough to make me want to finish it to fully understand her history, but it was laborious and the author's choice in their ending was wholly unsatisfying.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Antisemitism, Physical abuse, Death of parent, Rape, Sexual harassment, and Sexism
Minor: Genocide
mirrie's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
informative
medium-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
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Antisemitism, Confinement, Emotional abuse, Misogyny, Racism, Sexism, Sexual harassment, and Toxic relationship
Moderate: Domestic abuse and Hate crime
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