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jacksandthebeanstalk's review
hopeful
informative
inspiring
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
I really enjoyed this read! Honestly probably more so than the first in the series. I loved Tristan's development throughout the book and Lucie's eventual understanding that she doesn't have to sacrifice her feminism just because she is in love . My biggest issue with the series is that although it covers important topics, I still think there could be a way to include the intersectional feminism that we need to be promoting now into the current stories. The romances are all powerful women and powerful men trying to understand one another. I recognize the time period is a bit of an obstacle but I still think Dunmore could include intersectionality and help for women of color, rather than staying focused on the white woman's plight. With all of that being said, I still really enjoyed this read. I will absolutely pick up the next one in the series!
Content Warnings
Moderate: Sexism, Homophobia, Child abuse, Misogyny, and Forced institutionalization
Minor: Incest
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