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rachellle's review
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
The only part I wish the novel spent more time explaining was the resolution of the overarching conflict.
Overall, this book was so good. What really drew me in was the honesty of the relationship dynamics; their interactions are not isolated from the larger world. It was interesting to see how they all did their best to hold each other up and even fail sometimes. And Bitter's character development was layered and amazing to watch unfold.
Minor: Ableism, Police brutality, Injury/Injury detail, Death, Gun violence, and Homophobia
serendipitysbooks's review against another edition
- 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
Graphic: Police brutality, Death, Gun violence, and Violence
Moderate: Homophobia and Child abuse
cerilouisereads's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Graphic: Injury/Injury detail, Blood, Panic attacks/disorders, Death, Violence, and Mental illness
Moderate: Homophobia and Ableism
vampire_burrito's review
4.0
Graphic: Gun violence, Violence, and Police brutality
Moderate: Death, Gore, and Homophobia
ofbooksandechos's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
Graphic: Police brutality, Violence, Death, Blood, and Grief
Moderate: Gun violence, Child abuse, Racism, and Classism
Minor: Homophobia, Alcohol, and Injury/Injury detail
CW: depictions of self harm for magic purposes,gen_wolfhailstorm's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Bitter brings us back to Pet's world of monster filled Lucille... but is it the monsters you're expecting, or a much more sinister kind? The type with a friendly face, & unexpected urges? This story throws us into Bitter's life. Sick & tired of seeing protests & bodies bruised & battered outside the safety of her school, she throws herself into her art... slowly finding hope again, & her own role to play in the fight against the monsters of Lucille.
I really enjoyed this. I love seeing more of this world, & how it affects a different set of characters.
Bitter comes across very standoffish but I enjoyed seeing that hard exterior slowly chip away.
I felt so comforted by Miss Bilphena's care of checking everyone had substantial food I'm their stomachs & the simple question of "you eat meat" made me kind of emotional. I think it was that kindness to care for everyone's dietary needs were cared for, regardless of the chaos happening out in Lucille.
It was great to see more of these hunters & more back story to the magic of the blood/paint. That's something I was really curious about whilst reading Pet & Bitter has answered so many questions.
I loved the message that everyone has a role to play in revolution and you don't have to be in the front line to be doing worth while work. It doesn't make you weak or a coward, everyone has their place and is valued in their effort of changing the world for the better.
This was a powerful & impactful novel.
Graphic: Classism, Abandonment, War, Violence, Fire/Fire injury, Child death, Toxic friendship, Self harm, Injury/Injury detail, Homophobia, Grief, Torture, Police brutality, Mental illness, Gun violence, Genocide, Gaslighting, Toxic relationship, and Panic attacks/disorders
mondaysshelf's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
5.0
Graphic: Violence, Self harm, Police brutality, and Gore
Minor: Homophobia and Child abuse
tangleroot_eli's review
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Graphic: War, Police brutality, Self harm, Violence, and Panic attacks/disorders
Moderate: Ableism, Bullying, Murder, and Blood
Minor: Transphobia, Homophobia, and Child abuse
city_girl_writer's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
4.5
Graphic: Death, Murder, and Police brutality
Moderate: Child abuse
Minor: Homophobia
mandkips's review
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
Graphic: Police brutality, Death, and Violence
Moderate: Child abuse, Gun violence, and Murder
Minor: Homophobia