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pancake_reads's review against another edition
emotional
mysterious
tense
fast-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? No
5.0
readundancies's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
inspiring
tense
medium-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
4.5
It’s hard to put into words exactly why I resonated with this story so hard, but I adored it.
And the fact that it’s a YA contemporary read makes it rather impressive.
It’s queer cult tale with multiple timelines and some strong opinions on religion and as someone that grew up in a Catholic school board with decidedly differing opinions to what was taught - I wish I had access to this kind of read when I was younger.
Highly recommend but be prepared for a difficult experience, especially if you’re unfamiliar with the author and their experiences as noted in the Author’s Note.
And the fact that it’s a YA contemporary read makes it rather impressive.
It’s queer cult tale with multiple timelines and some strong opinions on religion and as someone that grew up in a Catholic school board with decidedly differing opinions to what was taught - I wish I had access to this kind of read when I was younger.
Highly recommend but be prepared for a difficult experience, especially if you’re unfamiliar with the author and their experiences as noted in the Author’s Note.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Religious bigotry
Moderate: Child abuse, Physical abuse, Forced institutionalization, Abandonment, Suicidal thoughts, Emotional abuse, Gaslighting, and Homophobia
mt1203's review
dark
emotional
reflective
tense
fast-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? Yes
4.5
meghan_solo's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
sad
medium-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? Yes
3.75
wolfenoot's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
informative
reflective
medium-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
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Gaslighting, Religious bigotry, and Emotional abuse
Moderate: Kidnapping, Racism, and Religious bigotry
Minor: Abortion
cayeman's review against another edition
challenging
dark
mysterious
tense
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? Yes
4.5
mogar_pogar's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
medium-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? Yes
5.0
miranda_graham's review against another edition
emotional
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? No
2.75
Could’ve been great without the sci fi twist rather than a more psychology thriller type explanation. Just a very large curveball.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Homophobia