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josreadingjourney's review against another edition
emotional
funny
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
4.25
amyschlott's review against another edition
challenging
slow-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
3.25
adele_courge's review against another edition
3.0
A bit slow for my taste and the ending didn't feel like an ending, in a way that was a little disappointing. But it's a lovely tale with an engaging main character, and a fascinating look at the experience of living in a time of war. It's a book that feels quite sorrowful in a way but also surprisingly sweet.
jana123's review against another edition
dark
emotional
hopeful
informative
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
larakatharina's review against another edition
dark
emotional
funny
reflective
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
4.5
stephaniaesoterica's review against another edition
dark
emotional
hopeful
reflective
slow-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
3.0
natbee's review against another edition
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
sophieannesussex's review
4.0
Thought it was a well written story of resilience and humanity set against the sombre backdrop of war; Ukraine, divided following the annexation of Crimea. Ft apiary magic. Life resists and persists but regional / town-to-town disparities are shocking. I knew very little about the Grey Zone, where the first half of this book is set. Illustrates how every day life (routines, philosophies and trivialities etc) is shaped in a conflict zone and protagonist is endeared upon us from get go. Given current events, would recommend this as an important read for anyone looking to better their understanding of the human experience of war in Ukraine.