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challenging
emotional
mysterious
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
This is a very 2023 book, which isn’t a bad thing. I think it’s alright for art to attach itself to a certain period in time once in a while.
While the politics and themes were a bit heavy-handed at times, I think that the writing was very new and creative. The prose was both accessible and smart. I thought Kalfar’s vision for the future was rather bleak, but ultimately possible. The jumps in timeline were well done, I think it was the best decision for this story.
The ending was nice. I like that I was surprised, but when I thought about it more, it made sense.
While the politics and themes were a bit heavy-handed at times, I think that the writing was very new and creative. The prose was both accessible and smart. I thought Kalfar’s vision for the future was rather bleak, but ultimately possible. The jumps in timeline were well done, I think it was the best decision for this story.
The ending was nice. I like that I was surprised, but when I thought about it more, it made sense.
Content Warnings
Minor: Death of parent, Death, Xenophobia, Police brutality, Cancer, Violence, Racism, and Domestic abuse
mynameisrebecca's review
dark
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
mysterious
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death of parent and Death
Moderate: Domestic abuse, Suicide attempt, Emotional abuse, and Suicide
Minor: Alcoholism, Body horror, and Pregnancy
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