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abitbetterbooks's review against another edition
emotional
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
Absolutely magnificent writing, gorgeously descriptive and indulgently emotive. The audio narrator was absolutely stellar as well!
It’s hard to believe this is a debut novel— Sarah Cypher is a masterful writer and captivating storyteller. This book has some of the most brilliant character work I’ve ever experienced. Reminded me a bit of one of my other favourites, Butter Honey Pig Bread with the complex familial relationships and non-linear story / timeline!
I loved how my perception & understanding of the title changed as the narrative developed. A good title is like the icing on the cake when it’s reframed after finishing!
It’s hard to believe this is a debut novel— Sarah Cypher is a masterful writer and captivating storyteller. This book has some of the most brilliant character work I’ve ever experienced. Reminded me a bit of one of my other favourites, Butter Honey Pig Bread with the complex familial relationships and non-linear story / timeline!
I loved how my perception & understanding of the title changed as the narrative developed. A good title is like the icing on the cake when it’s reframed after finishing!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Violence and Fire/Fire injury
Moderate: Schizophrenia/Psychosis , Homophobia, Suicidal thoughts, War, Racism, and Mental illness
Minor: Infidelity and Sexual harassment
moonyreadsbystarlight's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
reflective
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
This queer family saga weaves together many stories along with history. It blends fiction/myth and reality. It's thematically layered and beautifully written. I will absolutely be planning a reread of this.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Miscarriage, Self harm, Fire/Fire injury, Death, Mental illness, Schizophrenia/Psychosis , War, Xenophobia, Homophobia, Child death, Colonisation, Injury/Injury detail, Medical trauma, Panic attacks/disorders, Pregnancy, and Suicidal thoughts
Moderate: Cancer and Infidelity
Interrogation and gaslighting by soldiers
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