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professional_grandma's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
This book was an interesting experience. The fact that this was historical fiction based on the letters of a real person was such a unique premise and really elevated the story. However there were quite a few moments in the story that made me uncomfortable to read, like when the author would randomly describe something in more detail than necessary. Overall, I was able to look past those bits and get drawn into this world and experience Eliza’s struggles as a woman in the 1700s. This book made me absolutely furious and sad in the best way and I enjoyed reading it.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Racial slurs, Racism, Sexism, and Slavery
Moderate: Miscarriage and Injury/Injury detail
saffire_sky's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
informative
reflective
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.75
Content Warnings
Moderate: Chronic illness, Death, Miscarriage, Physical abuse, Racism, Sexism, Sexual content, Slavery, Terminal illness, Xenophobia, Blood, Medical content, Colonisation, and Injury/Injury detail
Minor: Animal cruelty, Rape, Sexual assault, Murder, Pregnancy, Sexual harassment, and War
lalalily17's review against another edition
emotional
informative
inspiring
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
5.0
The Indigo Girl is a fabulous piece of historical fiction that reads as if it's poetry. The characters and descriptions are lush and vibrant. Eliza Lucas is a hardworking, determined, strong willed young woman who always did what she felt to be right, regardless of societies expectations. I am amazed I had never heard of her before this book. I wish more people knew of her and all that she accomplished.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Racism, Sexism, and Slavery
Minor: Death, Miscarriage, Sexual violence, Blood, and Pregnancy