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victoria_elaine's review
emotional
hopeful
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
I really love how this author ties poetry into prose and uses pieces of history to connect with the present. This book was also great for speaking out on misogyny and sexual assault. However, I do think it dragged on a little too long. Would recommend, just not if you’re in a reading slump!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual assault, War, Violence, and Misogyny
Minor: Miscarriage, Rape, Self harm, and Injury/Injury detail
lia123's review
emotional
reflective
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
5.0
I really enjoyed th mix of prose and verse. I think it made the pace more interesting than a traditional book. The story is empowering, as well as being emotional and easy to understand.
sarahlverdugo's review
emotional
hopeful
informative
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
2.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Sexual assault
hobbitsbooksandbeyond's review
emotional
reflective
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
rorygilmore's review
challenging
reflective
medium-paced
- 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? It's complicated
2.5
nincoompoop's review
emotional
funny
hopeful
informative
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
Content Warnings
Moderate: Rape, Sexual assault, and Blood
erinsbookshelves's review
emotional
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
siestudygirl's review
challenging
dark
emotional
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
stefmccleish's review
4.0
Really a 4.5 for me. I loved the inclusion of Jess who identifies as non-binary and whose preferred pronouns are they/them. The medieval stuff is just not my vibe, but I know it will be for other readers. I loved the concept of Em writing her own story to “change history” and also her perspective in general. How she navigates her sister’s assault and what it is like to be a sibling who can’t take that hurt away are important and interesting experiences to explore. This book accomplishes so much.