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ehmannky's review
dark
emotional
sad
tense
fast-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
5.0
Absolutely beautiful. Walden's storytelling is so beautiful and her art just imbues the story with such a heightened longing. I keep thinking of the way that the story just ramps up the fantastical elements in such a subtle and glorious way. It's surreal in every way. I felt that by emphasizing the surreal nature of the experience it 1) captured the general vibe that is driving through the rural American West and 2) created such a unique space for Walden to fully explore the impact of trauma and the grief and pain that comes with working through that.
TW: this book deals with the traumatic aftermath of sexual assault, specifically sexual assault perpetuated by a family member.
TW: this book deals with the traumatic aftermath of sexual assault, specifically sexual assault perpetuated by a family member.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Car accident, Child abuse, Death, Death of parent, Grief, Rape, Sexism, Sexual assault, and Sexual violence
Moderate: Body horror, Incest, and Violence
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