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jadehi79's review against another edition
5.0
I received a free arc from First To Read in exchange for an honest review. This was an amazing book. It was so beautifully written. Parts of the book, Hana's story mainly, were difficult to read at times. It was especially difficult knowing that this story is based on real events and that the "comfort women" actually went through much worse. Sometimes you're fortunate to come across a book that you on know will stay with you forever. This is that book.
runningdobe's review against another edition
4.0
This is a difficult read, not because it was poorly written, stylistically difficult or incredibly boring; rather, it elicited emotions that were difficult to contain. I felt immense anger and profound sadness throughout the story. It is well-written and a story that needs to be told. I'm glad I finished it, because I nearly stopped on a couple occasions, due to the emotional effect it was having on me.
magically_mary's review against another edition
Tough and very heavy read but such an important story.
annaviljalyydia's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
informative
sad
tense
fast-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? No
4.5
kt_schutte's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
informative
sad
tense
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? No
4.75
Content Warnings
Graphic: Medical content, Medical trauma, Panic attacks/disorders, Physical abuse, Rape, Sexism, Sexual assault, Suicidal thoughts, Death of parent, Domestic abuse, Emotional abuse, Gore, Grief, Gun violence, Kidnapping, Adult/minor relationship, Animal death, Confinement, Death, Sexual violence, Vomit, Violence, Misogyny, Animal cruelty, Blood, Injury/Injury detail, Murder, Sexual content, Sexual harassment, Slavery, Stalking, Torture, Toxic relationship, Trafficking, and War
Moderate: Pedophilia and Police brutality
sarafanggrant's review against another edition
dark
emotional
reflective
sad
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? No
4.5
wee_eck_m's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
informative
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0