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decembermagpie's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
reflective
sad
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
Graphic: Violence, Pedophilia, Mental illness, Murder, Rape, Gaslighting, Child abuse, Suicide, Adult/minor relationship, Blood, Confinement, Suicidal thoughts, Child death, and Domestic abuse
Moderate: Racial slurs, Sexual assault, Child abuse, Pregnancy, Racism, Death, and Sexual content
Minor: War
beanjoles's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
reflective
sad
slow-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
5.0
I first listened to this story as an audiobook several years ago. This was my first time reading the book. It was a truly moving experience. This story is an exploration of one family and its secrets, and of how trauma is passed down from one generation to the next. It is a love letter to Cape Breton—to Nova Scotia—in all its potential and difficulty and beauty. To say more would be to spoil the journey for those yet to embark. And this book is certainly a journey worth embarking upon.
Graphic: Racial slurs, Racism, Injury/Injury detail, Adult/minor relationship, Pregnancy, Sexual content, Gun violence, and Pedophilia
Moderate: Suicide, War, and Death
Pedophilia (general theme):
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