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qqjj's review
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
Graphic: Rape, Genocide, Murder, Death, Medical trauma, Forced institutionalization, Terminal illness, Schizophrenia/Psychosis , Medical content, Grief, Colonisation, Police brutality, Mental illness, Death of parent, Violence, Sexual violence, War, and Pregnancy
mergwenthur's review
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
I read the lives of multiple people and witnessed how they are interlocked with one another. Towards the end of the book I struggled to put it down!
When I read the parts on the connections it shocked me as I wasn't expecting that at all!
This was written so beautifully. The author told the story without saying it directly.
Would definitely recommend.
Graphic: Cancer, War, Violence, Pregnancy, Kidnapping, Death of parent, Death, Blood, Torture, Sexual assault, and Medical content
herondaleducks's review against another edition
- 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? Yes
4.75
I always think that is the sign of a good book, when you can't stop thinking about it after you've finished. I'm in awe and think this will be one of my most memorable reads of 2022.
There is a reason this isn't 5 stars, the main character Elias Cole who fills most of the initial 100 pages before we get to know other characters properly, is vile.
I understand why the author has developed him so, it is important to the story line, but I almost DNF'd at 50 pages because I couldn't stand him. AT ALL.
Kai was sublime, my heart broke for him, loved him, I lived for his chapters and thoughts and feelings.
I was a bit meh about Adrian
I guess all my ranting, it just demonstrates how well written this is, that I was so completely emotionally invested. Please give it time, get past the first 100 pages, swallow your hate of Elias Cole, keep going. It is completely and utterly worth your time!
Graphic: Death, Sexual assault, Violence, Medical trauma, Injury/Injury detail, Medical content, Mental illness, Murder, Rape, Alcohol, Genocide, and Gun violence
serendipitysbooks's review against another edition
- 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? Yes
4.5
Graphic: Rape and Violence
claudibonini's review
- 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? Yes
4.5
Graphic: Rape, Sexual violence, Violence, and Torture