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vanadiumbean's review
adventurous
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
This book is what it says on the tin and more, showcasing a broad cross section of the author's interests and skill. The whole time I was reading I was reminded of a dear friend. My favorites from the collection are probably "Estranged Children of Storybook Houses" (which I was compelled to read twice in a row) and the titular "Everyone On the Moon is Essential Personnell." Shout-out to "The Android that Designed Itself", "I am a Beautiful Bug!" and the very, very last page. Jarboe is great at taking the absurd interior things of life and giving them exteriors to match.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Body horror, Child abuse, and Emotional abuse
Moderate: Religious bigotry and Colonisation
Minor: Homophobia, Sexual content, Suicidal thoughts, Death of parent, Murder, and Alcohol