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siltha's review against another edition
dark
emotional
reflective
sad
tense
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? No
4.5
This is a very emotionally hard read, of a dystopia where nobody is happy with an overly controlling government. Still, the characters are lovable in their own ways and their story and hardships very compelling, I had to keep reading.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Forced institutionalization, Sexism, Hate crime, Genocide, Misogyny, Medical trauma, and Homophobia
placebogirl's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
funny
inspiring
reflective
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
Content Warnings
Graphic: Homophobia, Murder, Outing, and Forced institutionalization
Moderate: Misogyny, Fatphobia, and Ableism
Minor: Animal cruelty and Death of parent
podanotherjessi's review against another edition
I really tried with this book, but it just did not click with me. I felt like the characters were all whiny, and the book just didn't quite hit right. There's almost like a gender role reversal happening in the way men are treated before a marriage, yet women aren't valued any more highly. I just felt really annoyed while reading, so I think it's time to give up.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Homophobia and Misogyny
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