Reviews tagging 'Misogyny'

West with Giraffes by Lynda Rutledge

2 reviews

asourceoffiction's review against another edition

emotional funny inspiring lighthearted 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? Yes

4.0

I was surprisingly captivated by this story. It's really sweet, but there's a current of something running underneath; elements of danger, hidden truths and the regret that comes from so many missed opportunities. I was drawn in by the framework of Woody telling his story at the end of his long life, as if getting the words down is all that matters to him.

The giraffes absolutely steal the show here, as they should. The story of their journey across the US is incredibly dramatic (I love that although the truth is probably far more mundane, it is a fictionalised version of something that actually happened). But it's just so wholesome, especially whenever one of the core characters has a moment with the giraffes that brings a complete sense of peace.

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Misogyny, Animal death, Animal cruelty, and Gun violence

Moderate: Suicide

marioosa517's review against another edition

adventurous mysterious reflective 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

4.25

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Death, Death of parent, Gun violence, Animal death, Classism, Sexual harassment, Suicide, Misogyny, Sexism, Violence, and Animal cruelty

Moderate: Murder, Blood, Child abuse, Racism, Injury/Injury detail, Police brutality, and Toxic relationship

Minor: Cursing, Sexual content, Racial slurs, Pregnancy, War, Alcohol, and Fire/Fire injury