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_kathill's review
emotional
mysterious
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
Content Warnings
Moderate: Miscarriage, Physical abuse, Suicide, and Suicide attempt
bahareads's review
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
<i> Brother, Sister, Mother, Explorer</i> was a poignant read, beautifully written. Figueroa is a master with words. The pacing for me was a little bit off, as the POV alternates between the present and the past. The other characters used in the book such as the ghosts and the angel took me a while to get used to, and I think were abstract from the storyline. I couldn't get into the story because of the slow unfolding of information. The characters were a bit childlike in their nativity, way younger than then their actual ages. The magical elements throughout the book were beautifully done though. Even though the end was obvious I kept hoping for a different, more kind ending. I did enjoy Figeroa's writing and I would pick up something else by them.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child abuse, Toxic relationship, Suicide, Suicide attempt, and Suicidal thoughts
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