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rosemaryfay's review
adventurous
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
This book is a lot more intense than I remembered. Lots more death and heartbreak, and I think I underappreciated Cushman's skill in making Birdy both loveable and a brat.
One quibble I have is that not all girls were married off so young as we imagine in the middle ages, even noble girls. it does serve a purpose in this particular case though.
overall, an enjoyable reread.
One quibble I have is that not all girls were married off so young as we imagine in the middle ages, even noble girls. it does serve a purpose in this particular case though.
overall, an enjoyable reread.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Miscarriage, Child abuse, Religious bigotry, and Adult/minor relationship
kaitlinlovesbooks's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Miscarriage, Death, and Emotional abuse
Minor: Pregnancy, Xenophobia, Violence, War, and Antisemitism
eicart_reads's review against another edition
funny
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
4.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Physical abuse
Minor: Miscarriage and Pregnancy
vixenreader's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
Despite its age, it’s still a charming book for young readers, especially young girls.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Grief, Adult/minor relationship, Antisemitism, Alcohol, Child abuse, Excrement, Injury/Injury detail, Medical content, Sexism, and Bullying
Moderate: Animal cruelty, Blood, Death, Miscarriage, Pregnancy, and Violence
Minor: Vomit and War
There are mentions of bodily fluids, a rigid social structure in gender roles (it is the Medieval Times, after all), arranged marriage, martyrdom, and lots of teenage rebellion against authority figures (especially her father).
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