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Popisho by Leone Ross

4 reviews

faithe's review against another edition

emotional funny reflective medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.25

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Grief, Misogyny, Sexual violence, Sexual content, Miscarriage, Body horror, Death, Medical content, Animal death, and Sexual assault

Moderate: Addiction, Child death, Pregnancy, Sexism, Suicide, Homophobia, Infertility, and Suicidal thoughts

Minor: Mental illness, Self harm, Death of parent, Alcohol, Alcoholism, Blood, and Religious bigotry

myk_yeah's review against another edition

inspiring lighthearted mysterious medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes

5.0

This book was an absolute joy. Such a magical and enthralling reading experience. Be prepared not to understand everything the first (or fifth) time you're introduced to something, it really benefits you to be along for the ride. Such an outstanding book and like nothing I've ever read before. Loved every character, how the POVs were done, and how the story and the world kept you guessing.
The only thing that was annoying about this book was all the gender essentialism. I noted ableism on the part of the author as well, but didn't make a note of where it showed up.

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Domestic abuse, Miscarriage, and Alcoholism

Moderate: Adult/minor relationship, Sexism, Mental illness, Sexual content, and Addiction

Minor: Rape, Death, Sexual violence, Self harm, Suicidal thoughts, and Ableism

rorikae's review

adventurous challenging emotional medium-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? Yes

4.25

'Popisho' by Leone Ross is an exquisitely written fabulist tale about the community that lives on the archipelago Popisho. 
The people who live on Popisho each have their own touch of magic. This magic manifests as healing abilities, wings, and more, affecting their daily lives in ordinary and extraordinary ways. At the center of this novel are a few different characters whose stories intertwine with their community and the wider political machinations going on around them. 
'Popisho' is one of the most beautifully written books I have ever read.  Ross' prose is so precise while also being incredibly evocative. This, paired with distinct characters that are full of flaws but also full of heart, are what make this book special. The audiobook is read by Ross, which is rare for a fiction title. Her narration further elevates the text and brings the characters to life. I would highly recommend the audiobook though I do think it should be listened to when you have a good amount of time to pay attention. I listened while doing other things and found that I lost some of the plot points though I never lost appreciation for the characters and Ross' writing. 

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Animal death, Toxic relationship, Infidelity, Mental illness, Sexual content, and Grief

Moderate: Suicide

lavenderlemonade's review against another edition

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

This book is visceral and luscious in a way I haven’t encountered before. Colourful and baffling. 

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Colonisation, Body horror, Death, Mental illness, Pregnancy, Drug use, Drug abuse, Alcohol, Miscarriage, Rape, Sexual harassment, Suicide, Addiction, Infidelity, Excrement, Grief, and Infertility