4.03 AVERAGE


Well written inclusive historical fiction. It does what it says on the tin. While it didn’t exceed my expectations, it was a solid read.
dark emotional hopeful mysterious sad tense medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven: A mix
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus: Complicated

The setting of this book is so unique. I really enjoyed reading about how this group of women learned to live after such a massive loss. The infighting and religious bigotry that comes up is a chilling parallel to today’s climate. The friendships and bravery were great to read about. It’s an intense book but it’s so, so good. 

3.5
dark reflective sad medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven: A mix
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: No
Flaws of characters a main focus: Complicated
slow-paced
dark emotional sad tense medium-paced
dark emotional fast-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
dark tense medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven: A mix
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Complicated
Diverse cast of characters: Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes
dark emotional mysterious tense medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven: Character
Strong character development: Yes

Excellent historical fiction novel! Highly recommend!