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rae_bookmarkchronicles's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.75
This rating is not at the fault of the book at all. This was my first time reading high fantasy so I didn't really know what to expect and I think some of the elements were a little confusing.
The beginning was slow for me but of course, we needed world building. The 2nd person narration for Essun's POV didn't deter me at all, but that could just be because I knew it was coming.
I didn't always feel connected to the characters but I adored Damaya and especially felt for her when Schaffa broke her hand but was like "I did it because I love you" UGH
And for some reason I just really love Hoa...idk
So the POVs. I figured that they would all converge at some point. I picked up on the time jumps but didn't realize that it was all the same person at different parts of her life until Damaya chose the name Syenite..
One thing that I really hate - and yes I know why it's needed - was the forced motherhood aspect and the way they go about it
Loved that this included trans rep, polyamory, and a discussion of systematic oppression and manipulation
Some of my unanswered questions are - why did Alabaster start the season? ( I mean I have an idea but still) - where the heck are Jija and Nassun? - and why has Hoa been following her for 10 years?
The beginning was slow for me but of course, we needed world building. The 2nd person narration for Essun's POV didn't deter me at all, but that could just be because I knew it was coming.
I didn't always feel connected to the characters but I adored Damaya and especially felt for her when Schaffa broke her hand but was like "I did it because I love you" UGH
And for some reason I just really love Hoa...idk
So the POVs. I figured that they would all converge at some point. I picked up on the time jumps but didn't realize that it was all the same person at different parts of her life until Damaya chose the name Syenite..
One thing that I really hate - and yes I know why it's needed - was the forced motherhood aspect and the way they go about it
Loved that this included trans rep, polyamory, and a discussion of systematic oppression and manipulation
Some of my unanswered questions are - why did Alabaster start the season? ( I mean I have an idea but still) - where the heck are Jija and Nassun? - and why has Hoa been following her for 10 years?
Content Warnings
Moderate: Child abuse
Minor: Sexual assault
henriettta's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death and Grief
Moderate: Body horror, Child abuse, Child death, Death, Pedophilia, Rape, Sexual assault, Sexual content, and Sexual violence
Minor: Kidnapping
whatisjessreading's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
medium-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? Yes
5.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Sexual content
Minor: Rape and Sexual assault
tqlikesbooks's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.75
“When we say 'the world has ended,' it’s usually a lie, because the planet is just fine. But this is the way the world ends.
This is the way the world ends.
This is the way the world ends.
For the last time.”
Compelling characters and stunning worldbuilding wrapped up in a package of immersive storytelling- Jemisin has crafted a unique, brilliant and horrifying world with an amazing set of characters, whose stories are brimming with emotion.
Truly one of the most clever, engaging and well-written fantasy stories I have read in a while.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child abuse, Child death, Death, Sexual assault, Violence, and Murder
Moderate: Genocide and Slavery
eve_reads's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Overall Thoughts:
⁕ The book concept is so original, despite it falling into the popular genres of fantasy and post-apocalyptic.
⁕ The world building can be intense at first, but it is totally worth it.
⁕ Jemisin perfectly balances 3 separate storylines with the just right amount of development and suspense, so I never got bored!
To read my full review, visit: https://evereads.online/
For regular book-related content, follow my Instagram account: @eve_reads
⁕ The book concept is so original, despite it falling into the popular genres of fantasy and post-apocalyptic.
⁕ The world building can be intense at first, but it is totally worth it.
⁕ Jemisin perfectly balances 3 separate storylines with the just right amount of development and suspense, so I never got bored!
To read my full review, visit: https://evereads.online/
For regular book-related content, follow my Instagram account: @eve_reads
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child abuse, Child death, Gore, Sexual assault, Sexual content, Sexual violence, Torture, and Violence
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