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knkoch's review
adventurous
dark
emotional
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? It's complicated
5.0
I’ve been eagerly waiting for this book on hold from the library, and it far exceeded my expectations. I found it gripping, fascinating, intense, and thoughtful. I’ve had a (casual, television viewer) interest in wilderness survival shows this past year or two, and this was a grounded and nuanced look at a believable fictional version of what could happen, as well as a necessary critique of the genre. I loved the examination of ethics, personal morality, and group dynamics explored here.
Again, this felt like a responsible thriller, something I’ve been looking for: drama and tension with deep respect for its characters’ humanity and set within real-world restraints. I couldn’t put this down, but it was because I was so invested in the characters I needed to know the conclusion of the conflict, not because I was waiting for an impossible-to-guess twist. I guess I’m anti-twist! Can’t say enough good things about this quick read, and I look forward to more from Blair Braverman, a real expert in this area.
Again, this felt like a responsible thriller, something I’ve been looking for: drama and tension with deep respect for its characters’ humanity and set within real-world restraints. I couldn’t put this down, but it was because I was so invested in the characters I needed to know the conclusion of the conflict, not because I was waiting for an impossible-to-guess twist. I guess I’m anti-twist! Can’t say enough good things about this quick read, and I look forward to more from Blair Braverman, a real expert in this area.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Vomit, Injury/Injury detail, Body horror, Eating disorder, and Death
Moderate: Animal death
Wilderness survival shows are really tough from a disordered eating standpoint, as they almost always involve forced or survival-based starvation and malnutrition. I imagine the very realistic descriptions of hungry bodies weakening due to lack of available food would be very triggering for some.kelsea's review
adventurous
dark
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? Yes
4.25
Content Warnings
Graphic: Injury/Injury detail and Animal death
Moderate: Eating disorder
Minor: Sexual content
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